Associate Dean of Research and Innovation

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical (A&T) State
University invites applications and nominations for the position of
Associate Dean of Research and Innovation ( ADRI ). The ADRI
reports to the Dean of the Hairston College of Health and Human
Sciences ( HCHHS ) and is a member of the College Leadership Team.
The ADRI is responsible for developing and implementing the vision,
plan, and policies to guide the college’s research goals and
outcomes, and for leading all aspects of the college’s research
agenda, including research infrastructure and operations. The ADRI
is expected to work closely and collaboratively with faculty,
department Chairs, and support staff.

The Associate Dean will provide leadership to the research and
innovation arm of the HCHHS and is responsible for increasing
sponsored research; facilitating development and implementation of
multidisciplinary projects; seeking out new sources of funding;
connecting the departments and the School of Nursing in innovative
and creative ways for success in the research funding space; and
overseeing the ethical, informed, and safe conduct of
research.

The ADRI will have academic and scientific experience in conducting
and managing research programs; securing external funding;
familiarity with federal grant finance and compliance issues;
experience evaluating research proposals; and will possess the
leadership qualities and abilities needed to support the college in
achieving its vision of being internationally acclaimed for its
interdisciplinary and innovative research.

Specific responsibilities of the ADRI include: supporting proposal
development, mentoring initiatives for junior faculty; providing
leadership and oversight for the research enrichment activities;
assisting faculty with overseeing their research budgets and
programs; evaluating research center opportunities; fostering
collaborative, interdisciplinary research between departments and
between the School of Nursing and other academic units at NC
A&T; working with the Division of Research ( DOR ) on all
aspects of research administration including compliance; working
with the grant administrator to support proposal development and
post-award grant management.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina A&T State University is a public land-grant,
high-research institution committed to teaching and learning,
scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and
public service. As the largest HBCU in the nation, our enrollment
exceeds 13,487 students, and our workforce comprises over 2,000
employees. North Carolina A&T State University offers over
90-degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels
through eight academic colleges. The University is one of the
sixteen constituent units of the University of North Carolina ( UNC
) and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools ( SACS ). The strategic vision, Preeminence 2030, focuses
the University on interdisciplinary scholarly activities in a
learner-centered environment. NC A&T is research intensive
institution and is on the path to earning the R1 Carnegie
classification.

The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human
Sciences ( HCHHS ) comprises six departments and the School of
Nursing. Constituent departments in the HCHHS are Communication
Sciences and Disorders ( CSD ), Kinesiology, Physician Assistant
Studies,

Population Health Management and Policy ( PHMP ), Psychology, and
Social Work and Sociology (SW&S). The HCHHS offers the
following undergraduate degree programs; Communication Sciences and
Disorders, Health Services Management, Kinesiology, Nursing,
Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology. At the graduate level,
HCHHS offers four graduate degree programs; the Masters in
Physician Assistant Studies (PA program), Master of Social Work (
MSW ), Master of Science in Health Psychology, PhD in Social Work,
PhD in Applied Psychology, and Doctor of Nursing Practice ( DNP )
with concentrations in Nursing Leadership and Mental
Health/Psychiatry. The HCHHS is also home to the Center of
Excellence in Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (
CIHDER ), a hub for multidisciplinary research and community
engagement efforts to alleviate health disparities.

The HCHHS capitalizes on the synergistic relationships between
these departments to develop advanced academic programming. Through
innovative programs and high-impact and student-centered pedagogy,
faculty in the HCHHS foster an inter-professional learning
environment for undergraduate and graduate students. Faculty also
engage in scholarly and service activities at the department,
school, college, university, and community levels, and within
professional organizations. Consistent with this mission, the
college welcomes applicants representing the full uniqueness of
intellectual perspectives, research agendas, life experiences,
social-demographic, and political-cultural-backgrounds.

Minimum Requirements

Earned a doctorate in a disciplined aligned with the disciplines
within the college and five years of experience in funded
research.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,
Education

The preferred candidate will have an earned doctorate (preferably
Ph.D.) in an area aligned with the departments within the HCHHS,
experience with managing large research programs, externally funded
research, and administrative leadership experience in a research
environment. In addition, the candidate should have demonstrated
success as an administrator and fiscal manager, a record of success
in procuring and managing sponsored research programs, and
experience in research policy formation, compliance, and operation.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to work
collaboratively with various internal and external constituencies,
promote interdisciplinary research, and work with a culturally
unique population. The successful candidate must also have the
ability to develop the college’s research infrastructure, including
a focus on faculty research training.

Required License or Certification

N/A

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 Dean of Research and Innovation

Position Number

001038

Recruitment Salary Range

$145,871 - $162,949

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

Optional

FTE

40 hours/week, 12 months

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division

College of Health and Human Sciences

Organizational Location

College of Health and Human Sciences

Organizational Unit

College of Health and Human Sciences

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA3152

Open Date

07/30/2026

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

January 2027

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for
employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu
of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking
Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of
Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during
the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are
subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North
Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal
law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment
eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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.

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

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C.
A&T employees are generally required to reside in North
Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty
station.

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41112

Supplemental Questions

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position:

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts

Optional Documents

• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty

(DD-214)

• Other Degree - Copy of transcripts