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North Carolina A&T State University lists this Associate Professor- Department of History and Political Science opportunity in greensboro, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Associate Professor- Department of History and Political Science
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
Classification Information
Classification Type
EHRA
Position Overview
The Associate Professor of History and Political Science is a full-time, tenure-track faculty member responsible for advancing the Department’s mission through excellence in teaching, research, student engagement, and service. Key responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses; advising and mentoring students; developing and assessing curriculum; maintaining a productive research agenda evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, scholarly presentations, and related professional activities; supporting student recruitment and retention; participating in program assessment efforts; securing external funding when appropriate; and providing meaningful service to the Department, College, University, profession, and community. Performance is evaluated based on demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, scholarly productivity, student success, and service consistent with the University’s tenure and promotion standards.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of History and Political Science is committed to fostering students’ aspirations, cultivating intellectual curiosity, and preparing graduates for meaningful careers and engaged citizenship. Through a dynamic curriculum, students develop strong written and oral communication skills, ethical reasoning, critical thinking abilities, intercultural and global awareness, and expertise in scholarly research. Department programs encourage reflective inquiry, an appreciation of historical and political processes, and a deeper understanding of the forces that shape society.
The Department is one of six academic units within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences ( CAHSS ), which also includes the Departments of Criminal Justice, English, Journalism and Mass Communication, Liberal Studies, and Visual and Performing Arts. CAHSS serves more than 1,950 students and employs over 160 faculty members dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service.
N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 15,275 students in Fall 2026, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’s degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.
Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities ( APLU ) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network.
Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in Political Science or a closely related field from an accredited institution and demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service appropriate for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
The ideal candidate will have at least five years of college-level teaching experience and an established record of scholarly achievement, including peer-reviewed publications and evidence of an active research agenda. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to student success, academic excellence, and shared governance, along with strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills. The successful candidate will be collegiate, collaborative, and dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment while mentoring students and contributing to departmental, college, and university initiatives.
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Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
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
Associate Professor- Department of History and Political Science
Position Number
Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA
Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track
Yes
FTE
40 hours/week, 9 months
Organizational Division
History & Political Science
Organizational Location
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Organizational Unit
History & Political Science
Posting Number
EPA3181
Open Date
09/14/2026
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 2027
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Worksite address
greensboro, NC, 27497, US
Who can apply
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