Teaching Assistant Professor of Agriculture and Environmental Systems

Position Overview

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design at North Carolina A&T State University invites applications for a 9-month, non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor position in Agriculture and Environmental Systems. This position carries a 100% teaching appointment with a full instructional load (typically 4-4 or equivalent) and focuses on high-quality undergraduate and graduate instructions along with applied and hands-on learning. This position supports the College’s expanding academic mission, including its new Ph.D. program designed to prepare the next generation of agricultural and environmental scientists, educators, and leaders.

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Environmental Science, Soil Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Evidence of effective teaching or strong potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• One or more years of university-level teaching experience, including laboratory or field-based instruction.
• Experience developing or revising curricula, course materials, or instructional innovations.
• Demonstrated commitment to active learning, experiential education, and student-centered pedagogy.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and supporting inclusive teaching practices.
• Familiarity with agricultural production systems, environmental monitoring, or applied fieldwork.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Required License or Certification

• N/A

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

• 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