Assistant/Associate Professor - Food Science

The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching undergraduate and graduate level nutritional sciences courses, conducting research, student advising, student mentoring and recruitment, curriculum development, conducting research and scholarly activities and all other activities required for tenure. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engaging in accreditation procedures, program assessment and service to the Department, College and University as needed.

This is 9-month tenure track position. The selected candidate is expected to be hired at he Assistant Professor level, but a hire at a higher rank is possible.

Instructional
* Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
* Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate students.
* Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
* Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
* Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
* Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
* Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
* Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.

Research
* Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional organizations and conferences.
* Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.

Administrative
* Collaborate with members of the business community to improve programs, to develop new programs, and to provide student access to learning opportunities such as internships.
* Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
* Develop and maintain course websites.
* Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
* Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
* Participate in campus and community events.
* Act as advisers to student organizations.

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University's College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences ( CAES) has a rich history of innovation and application of cutting-edge technology. From our pioneering Laboratory Animal Science and Landscape Architecture programs to our award-winning Cooperative Extension and Agricultural Research programs, our faculty and staff serve today's needs while keeping an eye on the future.
With programs and expertise in such areas as biotechnology, agricultural and biosystems engineering, natural resources management, waste management, and food microbiology, the A&T College of Agriculture grows concurrently with the demand for qualified graduates. Our four academic departments are the Department of Agribusiness, Applied Economics and Agriscience Education; the Department of Animal Sciences; the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences; and the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design. Within these departments, students will find a myriad of opportunities for classroom learning, research and field work.
Through our Agricultural Research Program and our Cooperative Extension Program, we are able to research issues of importance to North Carolina and also provide research-based outreach training to citizens across the state and around the world.

Doctoral degree (or terminal degree) in nutritional sciences or related specialty area field. A minimum three (3) years of teaching experience (in-person and/or virtual) and publication record (promising record) in the area of nutritional sciences or related specialty area field.

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;