Associate Professor- Department of History and Political Science

Posting Details

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.

Minimum Requirements

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.

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

001818

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 Detail Information Posting Number

EPA
3181

Open Date

09/14/2026

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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Equality and Diversity

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Benefits

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• 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