Professor & Director AST Ph.D. Program

Posting Details

Classification Type: EHRA

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:

• Leading graduate student recruitment, admissions, and mentoring
• Overseeing the admissions process in collaboration with participating departments
• Promoting graduate student success and monitoring academic progress of all enrolled students
• Communicating with students and faculty regarding student progress and academic matters
• Administering qualifying and preliminary examinations
• Collaborating with the Dean's Office on graduate student funding proposals and requests
• Ensuring high-quality graduate course offerings
• Supporting AST faculty research, teaching, and service activities
• Providing oversight and stewardship of the program's administrative, financial, and academic operations
• Engaging faculty in strategic planning, program assessment, and reporting
• Serving as a liaison with the Graduate College
• Supporting fundraising and teaching initiatives related to the program

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.

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Working Title:

Professor & Director AST Ph.D. Program

Position Number: 001098

Recruitment Salary Range: commensurate with education and experience

FLSA:
Exempt

Appointment Type:
Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track:
Yes

FTE: 40 hours/week, 12 months

If Time Limited, Appointment Length:

Organizational Division:
Applied Science Technology

Organizational

Location:

College of Science and Technology

Organizational Unit:
Applied Science Technology

Posting Number: EPA
2959

Open Date: 01/21/2026

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