Post-Doctoral Fellow

Posting Details

Classification Type: EHRA

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’s 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.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

As a premier historically Black university, the College of Education’s vision is to be a recognized national leader in equity, access, and advocacy through the advancement of culturally sustaining research, teaching, and engagement locally and globally.

The mission of the College of Education is to prepare highly skilled, culturally responsive and sustainable educators, leaders, and counselors who create, use, and share knowledge on equity, access, and advocacy in local, state, national, and global communities.

Minimum Requirements

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.

Availability of Remote or Hybrid 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.

Employee Benefits

• 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­ mi­ tive 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.