Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Health and Dental Benefits

12 Paid Holidays

Retirement System

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology. The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, developing curriculum, advising students, and conducting research in areas like health psychology. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field and a significant research track record. This is a full-time tenure-track position with a focus on fostering student success and inclusiveness, located on-site in Greensboro, NC.

Qualifications

• Strong research background with ability to sustain funded research.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses.
• Experience in advising and mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses.
• Develop curriculum and advise students.
• Conduct and publish research.

Skills

Research track record

Pedagogical skills

Commitment to student success

Inclusiveness

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology or related discipline

Job description

Primary Purpose of Position

Assistant or associate professor with a Ph.D. in psychology or a related field, preferably Neuropsychology, to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop curriculum, advise students, and conduct research within the Department of Psychology at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in psychology and graduate courses for the MS in Health Psychology and Ph.D. in Applied Psychology.
• Provide student-centered teaching and incorporate modern pedagogical skills.
• Advising, mentoring, and supervising student research projects.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Maintain a strong, externally funded research program focused on one or more of the following areas: substance use disorders, memory and cognition, applied psychology, or health psychology.
• Publish scholarly work in high-impact venues.
• Engage in service to the department, college, university, and community organizations.
• Serve as a 9‑month, tenure‑track faculty member.

Eligibility Requirements

• Ph.D. in Psychology or a related discipline (e.g., Neuropsychology).
• Significant research track record with demonstrated ability to establish and sustain an externally funded research enterprise.
• Pedagogical skills to teach courses relevant to the discipline.
• Commitment to student success, inclusiveness, and alignment with the university’s strategic goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of scholarly research.
• Strong commitment to promoting student success, enhancing inclusiveness, and fostering collaboration.

Appointment and Compensation

• Working Title: Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology
• Position Number: 007643
• FLSA: Exempt
• Appointment Type: Permanent – Full‑time
• Tenure Track: Yes
• FTE: 40 hours/week, 9 months
• Location: College of Health and Human Sciences (On‑site required)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

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 – 401(k), 403(b), 457(b) and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more