Assistant Professor - Natural Resources & Environ Design

VS-Postdoc; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University is seeking an Assistant Professor in Urban Horticulture. The role involves delivering quality instruction and developing research programs aligned with horticultural stakeholders' needs. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Horticulture or a related field and demonstrate teaching and research expertise. This full-time permanent position offers a 9-month appointment with opportunities for collaboration and community engagement within the college and university.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. must be earned by the time of appointment.
• Potential for excellence in teaching required.
• Demonstrated research expertise necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate instruction.
• Develop a productive, externally funded research program.
• Engage in service to the department, college, and university.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research expertise

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Mentoring diverse populations

Education

Ph.D. in Horticulture or related discipline

Job description

Assistant Professor - Natural Resources & Environ Design

Posted: 2026-04-23

North Carolina A&T State University

Type: Full-Time

Category: Horticulture and Landscape Architecture

Primary Purpose of Position

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design at North Carolina A&T State University is seeking a 9-month, tenure‑track Assistant Professor in Urban Horticulture.

The successful candidate will contribute to high‑quality undergraduate and graduate instruction, develop a productive and externally funded research program that addresses stakeholders' horticultural needs, engage in service to the department, college, and university, and support community and industry partnerships.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Horticulture or closely related discipline, earned at the time of appointment.
• Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching in an agriculture‑focused program.
• Demonstrated research expertise and potential to establish a productive program.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• One or more years of post‑doctoral research experience.
• Record of independent research and strong publication track.
• Research background in horticulture areas such as controlled environment agriculture, urban food systems, hydroponics, aeroponics, and vertical farming.
• Prior university teaching experience and teaching effectiveness.
• Experience working with stakeholders, horticultural producers, extension personnel, and/or industry partners.
• Strong potential in securing external research funding.
• Experience with greenhouse, farm, high‑tunnel, or controlled‑environment research facilities.
• Commitment to mentoring diverse student populations and inclusive teaching practices.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for land‑grant outreach.

Employment Terms

FLSA: Exempt
Appointment Type: Permanent – Full-time
FTE: 40 hours/week (9 months)
Organization: Natural Resources & Environ. Design, College of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences.

EEO 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 this university on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or sexual orientation and sexual identity.