Research Assistant Professor

Posting Details

Classification Information


Classification Type
EHRA

Position Overview


Primary Purpose of Position


This is a 12- month non-tenure track research faculty appointment.

Primary responsibilities will include establishing and maintaining a research program through interdisciplinary collaborations leading to grant writing and publications; teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in family and consumer sciences, in the gerontology area in particular; participating in curriculum development; engaging in accreditation procedures, program coordination, and program assessment; serving on department, college and university committees and participating in other research and academic functions.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit


The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences is one of four academic departments within the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences and is accredited by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). The department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in three program areas with the following six distinct specialty emphases: child development and family relations; child development, early education and family studies (B-K licensure); consumer sciences; fashion merchandising and design; food and nutritional sciences (food science); and food and nutritional sciences (nutrition and pre-medicine in nutrition). Additionally, the department offers a Master of Science degree in food and nutritional sciences, an online Master of Arts in Teaching in family and consumer sciences education, a Master of Arts in Teaching in child development, early education, and family studies (birth-kindergarten licensure), an online Advanced Certificate in family and consumer sciences, an online certificate in family financial planning, a graduate certificate in human lactation pathway 2, and a graduate certificate in food quality, safety, and protection. Faculty are actively engaged in research that contributes to the body of knowledge in the areas of nutrition, food science, gerontology, apparel, textiles, child development, and family issues. Further, a Ph.D. program in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences with a Food Science, Human Nutrition and Health is offered through the College.

Minimum Requirements


Candidates must possess an earned Ph.D. in Gerontology or a related discipline from an accredited university. A specialization in social gerontology or sociological perspectives on the life course. A record of research excellence as demonstrated by peer reviewed publications and strong record of grant writing and extramural funding or significant scholarship.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education


The candidate should demonstrate the ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses related to gerontology and family and consumer sciences core courses; effective oral and written communication skills; effective interpersonal skills; experience advising and mentoring students; strong technology skills.

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
Research Assistant Professor


Position Number
008077


Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate with education and experience.


FLSA
Exempt


Appointment Type
Time Limited - Full-time


Tenure Track
No


FTE
40 hours/week, 12 months


If Time Limited, Appointment Length
09/30/2029


Organizational Division
Family & Consumer Sciences


Organizational Location
College of Ag & Environ Sciences


Organizational Unit
Family & Consumer Sciences

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
EPA3071


Open Date
05/07/2026


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 2026


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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