Assistant Professor in Elementary Science​/STEM Education

Assistant Professor in Elementary Science/STEM Education

NC State University CED Training and Development invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor to start in Fall 2026. The faculty member will work in the elementary education programs, both undergraduate and graduate (MAT, M.Ed., Ph.D.) and teach courses such as Teaching Science in the Primary Grades (ELM 320) and Teaching Science in the Intermediate Grades (ELM 420). The faculty member will also lead the Children Design, Create & Invent (ELM 340) course for prospective elementary teachers and may teach science methods courses and specialization graduate‑level courses for practicing elementary teachers.

The faculty member will also be part of the Elementary Education in Mathematics and Science (EEMS) doctoral concentration.

The Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences (TELS) is part of the NC State College of Education. It prepares more than 500 undergraduate and graduate students and employs 40 full‑time faculty members. TELS offers programs in Educational Psychology, Elementary Education (with a STEM focus), Reading Education, Learning Analytics, Learning Design and Technology, Middle and Secondary English Language Arts, Social Studies, Multilingual Education/English as a Second Language, and Special Education.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

The faculty member will conduct scholarship related to teaching and learning and will have opportunities to conduct additional research projects. The faculty member will also engage in outreach activities such as facilitating professional development for teachers.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum Education and Experience
• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Science/STEM Education or a closely related field (e.g., curriculum & instruction with a science emphasis).
• Experience with PK‑6 students in formal and/or informal educational settings.

• Other Required Qualifications
• Demonstrated capacity to work with all students and to prepare future education professionals to work with all populations of students.

• Preferred Qualifications
• At least three (3) years of teaching experience in grades K‑8.
• Experience teaching pre‑service and practicing teachers.
• A record of publication and presentation commensurate with experience, with preference to work related to the scholarship of teaching and learning.
• Record of internal/external funding in support of the related research.
• Experience facilitating teacher professional development.
• Success in building relationships with schools and districts.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

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Job Open Date: 11/11/2025
Anticipated Close Date:
Open Until Filled

Please include a cover letter, resume/CV, and the contact information for at least three professional references.

Application reviews will begin December 15th and remain open until filled.

Position Number:
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure‑Track Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00 FTE
Appointment: 9 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

For general questions about the application process, contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate
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