Post-Doctoral Fellow

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Health Benefits

Vision and Dental Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Retirement System

Employee Assistance Program

Campus Recreation Center Discount

University Bookstore Discount

Job summary

A leading agricultural and technical university in North Carolina is seeking a NextGen Post-Doctoral Fellow to conduct research in Leadership in Education and Educator Preparation. The successful candidate will also mentor graduate students. A doctoral degree in a related field is required, along with strong critical thinking and time management skills. The position may allow for remote or hybrid work arrangements. Excellent employee benefits, including health and retirement plans, are available.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in support of the N.C. A&T Aggie Academy and the Center of Excellence for Educational Equity Research.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring graduate students.

Skills

critical thinking

time management

teamwork

independent work

Education

Doctoral degree in Education, Leadership, or a related field

Job description

Position Overview

In a partnership between North Carolina A&T State University and The University of North Carolina at Wilmington, the NextGen Post-Doctoral Fellow will conduct research in support of the N.C. A&T Aggie Academy and the Center of Excellence for Educational Equity Research in the areas of Leadership in Education and Educator Preparation. The post-doctoral fellow will also participate in teaching and mentoring graduate students.

The mission of the forthcoming Center of Excellence for Educational Equity Research is to advance research to inform educational policies and practices for greater equity in K‑12 and Higher Education contexts. The Center research and professional learning programming will also inform teaching, leadership, and counseling practices to create anti‑racist and culturally sustaining learning environments for all learners.

N.C. A&T Aggie Academy is committed to culturally responsive and sustainable teaching and learning practices; holistic child development through building social‑emotional learning (SEL) skills and restorative practices; developing critical and creative thinking skills through integrative STEAM curriculum and inquiry‑based and experiential learning opportunities; and intentional and purposeful family and community engagement.

Job Responsibilities

Conduct research in support of the N.C. A&T Aggie Academy and the Center of Excellence for Educational Equity Research in Leadership in Education and Educator Preparation.

Participate in teaching and mentoring graduate students.

Required Qualifications

A doctoral degree in Education, Leadership, or a related field.

Skills include critical thinking, time management, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred years of experience, skills, training, and education.

Work Arrangement

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.

Benefits

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• 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

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 the 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.

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be included with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.