Assistant/Associate Professor - Psychology

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Psychology at North Carolina A&T State University seeks an Associate Professor with a Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience/Biological Psychology.

Preference will be given to candidates with a research focus in substance use disorders, memory and cognition, applied psychology, or health psychology. The position emphasizes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, student mentoring, and curriculum development.

Qualifications

• The Department of Psychology at North Carolina A&T State University seeks an Associate Professor with a Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience/Biological Psychology. Preference will be given to candidates with a research focus in substance use disorders, memory and cognition, applied psychology, or health psychology.

Responsibilities

• Provide student-centered teaching and clinical instruction for undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Engage in student advising, mentoring and recruitment; develop curriculum; participate in program assessment and accreditation procedures.
• Establish and sustain a externally funded research program; publish scholarly work; supervise student research; contribute to department, college and university service.

Job description

Employee Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees


• Community Service Leave


• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina


• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more


• 12 Paid Holidays


• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)


• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Campus Recreation Center Discount


• University Bookstore Discount


• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Classification Information

Classification Type

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Department of Psychology, within the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, is seeking an Associate Professor with a Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience/Biological Psychology. Preference will be given to candidates with a research focus in 1) substance use disorders, 2) memory and cognition, 3) applied psychology, or 4) health psychology. . The primary purpose of this role is to provide student centered teaching and clinical instruction of undergraduate and graduate level courses. Faculty in this role will provide student advising, student mentoring and recruitment, curriculum development, engage in program assessment accreditation-related procedures. The ideal candidate will be expected to: (i) establish and sustain a strong externally-funded research program in their field of expertise; (ii) produce an excellent record of scholarly publications; (iii) incorporate modern pedagogical skills in psychology courses to undergraduate and graduate courses; (iv)supervise and support psychology students in independent research projects; and (vi provide service to the Department of Psychology, the college and university as well as to appropriate community and professional organizations.

This is a 9-month, tenure-track position.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of Psychology is a supportive community of committed faculty and practitioners whose goals are to introduce students to the ideas and concepts relevant to this discipline, encourage interdisciplinary learning, prepare students for study in graduate schools, prepare students for entry-level jobs requiring knowledge in psychology, and train students to conduct both basic and applied research. These goals are reached through quality classroom instruction, departmental colloquia, departmental student organizations, internship opportunities through independent study, and individualized research projects. The Department of Psychology has 840 enrolled undergraduate students and 30 graduate students. The department is seeking candidates to join a growing program with a highly interactive and productive faculty.

The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences ( HCHHS ) comprises six departments and the School of Nursing. The HCHHS offers the following undergraduate degree programs: Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Services Management, Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology. At the graduate level, HCHHS offers four graduate degree programs, including the Masters in Physician Assistant Studies (PA program), Master of Social Work ( MSW ), Master of Science in Health Psychology and Ph.D. in Social Work, PhD in Applied Psychology, and Doctor of Nursing Practice ( DNP ). The HCHHS also hosts the Center of Excellence in Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research ( CIHDER ), a hub for multidisciplinary research and community engagement to reduce health inequities. HCHHS leverages the synergistic relationships among these departments to develop advanced academic programming, strengthen trainee mentoring, and conduct collaborative multidisciplinary research and scholarly activity.

N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 14,311 students in Fall 2024, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’s degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and the no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities ( APLU ) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, or another closely related Psychology sub-discipline at the time of appointment.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

The preferred candidate will have a demonstrated record of scholarly research with a health-related focus. Demonstrate a strong commitment to promoting and enhancing inclusiveness, collaboration, and diversity in alignment with the University’s commitment to maintaining and enhancing a diverse environment.

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Position Information

Working Title

Position Number

Position Number 001490

Recruitment Salary Range

Recruitment Salary Range commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track Yes

FTE

FTE 40 hours/week, 9 months

Organizational Division

Organizational Division Psychology Dept

Organizational Location

Organizational Location College of Health and Human Sciences

Organizational Unit

Organizational Unit Psychology Dept

Posting Number

Posting Number EPA3213

Open Date

Open Date 09/22/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

Date Position Available January 2027 or August 2027

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