Professor & Director AST Ph.D. Program

The College of Science and Technology (CoST) at North Carolina A&T State University invites applications and nominations for a dynamic and innovative Director of the Applied Science and Technology ( AST) Ph.D. Program, with a preferred start date of July 2026.

The AST Ph.D. program is the largest doctoral program on campus, enrolling more than 170 students, and encompasses the following concentrations: Applied Chemistry, Applied Physics, Atmospheric, Environmental and Energy Science, Bioscience, Data Science and Analytics, Geospatial Sciences, Information Technology, Technology Management, and STEM Education.

Reporting directly to the Dean of the College of Science and Technology, this position is an appointment with a tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of Professor. An appointment at the Associate Professor level may be considered for candidates who demonstrate exceptional promise and a strong trajectory for growth.

The successful candidate will bring significant experience in higher education leadership and a distinguished record of scholarship and research. The Director is expected to articulate and implement a compelling vision for strengthening and expanding the educational, research, and service missions of the AST program. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence within a discipline represented in CoST and possess an open, collaborative, and collegial leadership style.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: *

This is a 12-month tenure-track position.

North Carolina A&T is a public land-grant, high-research activity university that enrolls over 15,275 students. The University is committed to dedicated teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service.

The College of Science and Technology ( COST) enrolls 2,514 students. CoST integrates science, mathematics, and technology to advance knowledge and prepare the next generation of science and technology leaders. The College embraces the mission of the University as a land-grant doctoral research institution with a distinction in STEM by expanding new frontiers in science, creating novel technologies, developing innovative approaches to STEM teaching and learning, and formulating scientific and technological solutions that lead to transformative social and economic development. The College houses the departments of Applied Engineering Technology, Biology, Built Environment, Chemistry, Computer Systems Technology, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, and the Applied Science Technology PhD Program. The College is experiencing substantial growth in enrollment, faculty size, curricula, and research.

PhD or equivalent terminal degree.

Minimum of six years of demonstrated excellence in teaching and research activities consistent with eligibility for an appointment at the rank of associate professor or professor.

Some administrative experience relevant to the position.

Service-oriented individual with excellent people skills and the ability to motivate faculty and staff toward shared goals.

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;

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.