North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Chair of the Department of
Psychology
Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State
University (N.C. A&T) in its search for Chair of the Department of Psychology.
For full consideration, please
apply by October 28, 2026.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join the nation's largest historically Black
university as Chair of the Department of Psychology within the John R. and Kathy R. Hairston
College of Health and Human Sciences. North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is a land-grant, doctoral research
university classified as R2: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. A&T is actively
pursuing the R1: Very High Research Activity designation and has already exceeded the current research expenditure and doctoral degree
thresholds associated with R1 classification. That research momentum continues to accelerate, with faculty earning more than $113 million in
research funding in fiscal year 2026 alone. Under the leadership of Chancellor James R. Martin II, A&T is advancing an ambitious agenda
centered on innovation, research growth, external partnerships, and global impact. Significant philanthropic investment is helping advance
this agenda, including a historic $63 million gift, the largest single gift in A&T's history.
The Department of Psychology offers a
B.A. in Psychology, an M.S. in Health Psychology, and a Ph. D. in Applied Psychology, with doctoral concentrations in Cognitive-Behavioral
Neuroscience and Social-Community Psychology. Faculty research spans neurocognition, aging and dementia, substance use, health psychology,
behavioral science, and community-based research, creating opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and externally funded
scholarship. Building on these strengths and the University's expanding research enterprise, the next Chair will lead the department through
its next stage of growth, strengthening its research enterprise, expanding interdisciplinary and external partnerships, supporting faculty
scholarship and graduate education, and advancing its strong foundation in teaching and student success.
This is a 12-month position
reporting to the Dean of the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administration (60%):
- Serves as the chief administrative and academic leader of the department, with
general oversight of the department - Provide visionary leadership of innovative programs with strong educator-researcher
emphasis - Responsible for strategic planning; budget development, management and allocation
- Recruitment and retention of
faculty and students; implement strategies to increase recruitment, retention, and graduation rates of students in all degree programs;
Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities - Faculty, staff, and student
development - Management and improvement of curricula
- Evaluating faculty performance for the allocation of
awards - Participation in the reappointment, promotion and tenure and post-tenure review process
- Oversight of accreditation
and curricular and program development - Secures external funding, and support faculty research, teaching and
service - Facilities management duties include coordination and oversight of classroom and laboratory usage
- Interacting with
and networking with other department and university leaders to represent the goals of the department - Collaborate with members of the
healthcare and scientific communities to improve programs, to develop new programs, and to provide students with access to learning
opportunities such as internships - Serve on University, College of Health and Human Sciences, and Department of Psychology academic
or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues - Participate in campus
and community events - Service to professional organizations
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Instructional (25%):
- Evaluate and grade students' classwork, assignments, and papers
- Prepare and
deliver lectures to students - Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions
- Prepare course materials such as
syllabi, assignments, and handouts - Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others
- Maintain
student records, including attendance, grades, and other required records - Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and
course materials and other methods of instruction - Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist
students - Course and Curriculum Development
- Innovation in course pedagogy and teaching methods
- Development in
teaching and pedagogy - Measurement and assessment of student learning outcomes
- Other teaching and advising related tasks and
assignments
Research (15%):
- Establish and maintain an active research program
- Seek and
manage grant funding from external and internal sources to support their research - Conduct research in their field of knowledge and
publish findings as manuscripts and/or technical papers in professional journals, books and or book chapters, or electronic
media - Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, networking with colleagues, and participating in
professional organizations and conferences - Engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research projects
- Mentoring of PhD,
MS, and undergraduate students - Direct and supervise thesis and dissertation research for master's and PhD students
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in psychology
- Experience that will support appointment at the rank of
associate professor or full professor - Minimum of three years of experience in an administrative or management position at an
academic institution with comparable profile - Minimum of three years teaching at the collegiate level at an institution that
emphasized teaching, scholarly productivity, and engagement within their discipline - Strong record of extramural
funding - Ability to work collaboratively, inclusively and communicate effectively with diverse students, faculty, staff, and external
constituencies is required as well as familiarity with student recruitment and retention
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS
- Outstanding record of scholarly and professional achievement in the field of
psychology - Experience that supports appointment at rank of full professor
About North Carolina A&T State University
North Carolina Agricultural and
Technical State University (N.C. A&T) is a top-flight doctoral research institution and the nation's largest historically Black university.
An 1890 land-grant university within the University of North Carolina System, N.C. A&T is nationally recognized for excellence in STEM
education, research, and inclusive student success. With an enrollment of more than 15,000 students, the University offers a broad portfolio
of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs and serves as one of North Carolina's leading public research engines.
N.C. A&T is
in an exciting period of growth and transformation, guided by its strategic plan, Preeminence 2030: North Carolina A&T Blueprint, and
supported by a rapidly expanding research enterprise that generates $147 million annually in sponsored research funding and programs. The
University's impact is profound, contributing more than $2.4 billion annually to the North Carolina economy and advancing innovation and
opportunity across the state and beyond.
The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences (HCHHS) is the largest academic college
at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and is comprised of six departments and the School of Nursing. The College
offers seven undergraduate degree programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Services Management, Kinesiology, Nursing,
Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology. At the graduate level, HCHHS offers six degree programs: the Master of Science in Physician
Assistant Studies, Master of Social Work, Master of Science in Health Psychology, Ph. D. in Social Work, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Ph.
D. in Applied Psychology.
The College fosters interdisciplinary education, research, and community engagement across the health and
human sciences, preparing students to address complex health and social challenges and contribute as leaders in their professions and
communities. Faculty engage in research spanning basic and behavioral sciences, community-based interventions, and clinical and
translational research, with many supported by external funding from agencies including the National Institutes of Health and National
Science Foundation.
HCHHS is also home to the Center of Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER), a multidisciplinary hub focused on advancing health and addressing health
disparities through research and community engagement. Establishment of the NIH-funded Research Centers at Minority Institutions (RCMI) is
also underway with an initial focus on brain-health and cardiometabolic diseases. The College's interdisciplinary environment creates
opportunities for collaboration across disciplines, innovative academic programming, student mentoring, and impactful research addressing
health and well-being.
The Department of Psychology at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University offers a B.A. in
Psychology, an M.S. in Health Psychology, and a Ph. D. in Applied Psychology. With over 900 undergraduate and graduate students, the
department is a growing academic community committed to excellence in teaching, student mentoring, research, and interdisciplinary
collaboration.
The B.A. in Psychology provides students with a strong foundation in psychological theory, research methods, data
analysis, critical thinking, and communication. The M.S. in Health Psychology prepares students to apply psychological science to health
promotion, disease prevention, behavioral interventions, and community health. The Ph. D. in Applied Psychology expands the department's
research mission and offers concentrations in Cognitive-Behavioral Neuroscience and Social-Community Psychology, preparing students to
conduct rigorous, applied research addressing complex challenges in health, behavior, and society.
Faculty engage in research
spanning behavioral and basic sciences, community-based interventions, and clinical and translational research, with opportunities for
externally funded scholarship and interdisciplinary collaboration. The department also benefits from its connection to the Center of
Excellence for Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER). The department seeks a dynamic and visionary leader who will
build upon the department's strengths to provide exceptional educational experiences, recruit and develop outstanding faculty, promote
faculty-driven scholarship, and support undergraduate and graduate education.
N.C. A&T is located in Greensboro, North Carolina, the state's third-largest city and a dynamic hub in the
Piedmont Triad region. Centrally positioned between the mountains and the coast, Greensboro offers an outstanding quality of life with easy
access to major interstate highways and a nearby international airport.
Greensboro is also a vibrant educational and cultural
community, home to multiple colleges and universities, a growing economy, and a welcoming mix of arts, athletics, and outdoor amenities.
With a strong sense of community and a cost of living that remains accessible, the region provides an exceptional setting for academic,
professional, and family life.
To Apply
For full consideration, please apply by October 28,
2026.
To be viewed by the search firm, you must apply directly at: https://acesrch.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a21esjyf9ufm
Please apply through the application link and do not email applications.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received
and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. Ideally cover letters should not exceed two pages. All applications are treated
confidentially.
Inquiries, referrals, and nominations are also treated confidentially.
Inquiries and
questions: Please send to NCATChairPsych@acesrch.com.
Nominations
and referrals: Please send the nominee's name, title, and contact information if available to nominations@acesrch.com.
Institutional Information
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.
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