Teaching Assistant Professor - Graduate College

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Professor to join its Graduate College. This role involves teaching graduate-level courses, mentoring students, and contributing to the academic community. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to culturally responsive teaching and a passion for student success. With a focus on innovative educational practices, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact the next generation of professionals. Join a vibrant academic environment where collaboration and excellence are at the forefront of educational practices.

Benefits

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Health Benefits

Vision and Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Retirement System

Employee Assistance Program

Campus Recreation Center Discount

University Bookstore Discount

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required from an accredited institution.
• Experience in teaching graduate-level courses is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses and workshops in professional development.
• Advise and mentor students in graduate programs.

Skills

Culturally Responsive Teaching

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Student-Centered Learning Strategies

Graduate Level Teaching Experience

Education

Doctoral Degree

Job description

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type	EHRA

Position Overview

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 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.

The applicant must have an earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution, have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, be collegial, and collaborate with supervisor, faculty, staff, and students.

The successful applicant should have experience teaching graduate student professional development courses or workshops. They should be familiar with culturally responsive and sustainable best practices in teaching graduate students, recent student-centered active and engaged learning strategies, and impactful practices in graduate course instruction and student engagement, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, high-quality customer service, and student success initiatives. The candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching diverse populations and have college/university-level teaching experience.

Primary Purpose of Position	The Graduate College at North Carolina A&T State University invites applications for a 12-month, full-time, non-tenure-track teaching assistant/associate professor position . An appointment at the teaching professor level may be considered for exceptionally qualified applicants. The initial appointment of the position is two years and it is eligible for renewal. The successful applicant for the position will be expected to show commitment to teaching excellence. She/he is expected to engage in culturally responsive teaching and high-impact practices in teaching graduate-level professional development courses and workshops, advise and mentor students, and provide service to the Graduate College, university, and professional community. Primary duties include but are not limited to teaching graduate courses, conducting tutoring and supplemental instruction, serving as an academic advisor for students in a graduate certificate or post-baccalaureate programs, supporting student success initiatives, and providing other academic services to The Graduate College, and the University. A candidate whose teaching and service efforts will promote the strategic vision of the Graduate College as well as the University is highly desired. Collaboration with colleagues from other programs and departments is expected.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
Minimum Requirements
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.	On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title	Teaching Assistant Professor - Graduate College
Position Number	003730
Recruitment Salary Range	Commensurate with Education and Experience
FLSA	Exempt
Appointment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track	No
FTE	40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division	Dean's Office - Graduate School
Organizational Location	VP and Dean, Graduate School
Organizational Unit	Dean's Office - Graduate School

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	EPA2434
Open Date	11/14/2024
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	August 2025
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 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. 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, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. 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 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.
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