Assistant Professor - 2874

University of North Carolina at Pembroke; Pembroke (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke seeks a faculty member with a PhD in Plant Science or related field to teach agriculture and horticulture courses in a 9-month appointment. Candidates are expected to publish scholarly work, mentor undergraduates, and participate in service roles within the Biology Department.

The position emphasizes engaging in community service and serving on university committees; transcript requests may be required; application deadline January 18, 2027; UNC

Qualifications

• Degree in appropriate discipline area – prior experience teaching in higher education setting.

Responsibilities

• Teach agriculture and horticulture courses as part of a 9-month faculty appointment.
• Assist with other biology courses as needed.
• Engage in publication and presentation of scholarly research.
• Mentor and advise undergraduates.
• Participate in university and department committees and engage in community service.

Education

PhD in Plant Science or related field

Experience teaching in higher education

Job description

Job Description

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke has a growing agricultural program that prepares students to enter the professional agriculture industry by empowering students with knowledge of and experience with modern sustainable agricultural practices. The Biology Department is seeking candidates with a PhD in Plant Science or related field with an emphasis on agriculture and/or horticulture. The 9-month faculty position will be primarily responsible for teaching agriculture and horticulture courses as well as assisting with other biology courses as needed. In addition, faculty are expected to be active in the publication and presentation of scholarly research, mentor and advise undergraduates, participate in university and department committees, and engage in community service. Transcripts needed only upon request. Communications can be directed to: Dr. Nicolas Negrin Pereira, Chair of Search Committee, Dept. of Biology, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Box 1510, Pembroke, NC 28372. Special consideration will be given to applications that are received by January 18, 2027. AA/EOE.

Minimum Training and Experience

Degree in appropriate discipline area – prior experience teaching in higher education setting

Management Preference

N/A

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.