The University of North Carolina
Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Studies (two positions)
The University of North Carolina, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Assistant Professor of Human Development and Family Studies (two positions)
Position Summary
The Department of Human Development and Family Studies invites applications for two 9‑month tenure‑track appointments at the Assistant Professor level, starting August 2026. We seek dynamic and collegial scholars with demonstrated potential for research productivity, high‑quality teaching, and intentional service. We encourage applications from candidates specializing in any area of Developmental or Family Science who will complement and expand our current departmental strengths.
Responsibility Profile
Maintain an active and productive research program.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Advising undergraduate and graduate students.
Seek external research funding.
Provide professional and institutional service.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Human Development and Family Studies or a closely related field (e.g., Psychology, Sociology, Education, Biobehavioral Health, or Public Health).
Evidence of competence in college instruction.
Record of scholarly publication and competence in related research methodology.
Strong potential to obtain external funding for research.
Preferred Qualifications
Record of scholarly publication representing a clear research portfolio.
Evidence of success in applying for or securing research funding.
Strong methodological expertise.
Demonstrated skills in undergraduate and graduate teaching.
Evidence of mentoring in support of student success, including students of diverse backgrounds.
Potential to collaborate with colleagues around departmental teaching, mentoring, and research activities.
Special Instructions to Applicants Review of applications will begin November 14, 2025, and will remain open until the positions are filled. Candidates will provide a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and contact information for three letters of reference.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References
Teaching Philosophy
Research Statement
Optional Documents Optional documents may be submitted at the applicant’s discretion.
ADA Checklist R for Rare (0–30%), O for Occasional (30–60%), F for Frequent (60–90%), C for Constant (90–100%).
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). The following supplemental questions apply to all applicants:
* Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position: UNCGjobsearch Website
Greensboro News & Record
Carolina Peacemaker
Other Newspaper
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Inside Higher Ed
Other Professional Journal
NCWorks.gov
UNC System Job Board
Other Online Job Board
Personal Networking
Search Firm
Facebook
Twitter
* Other: Please list (Open Ended Question).
* Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship? Yes
No
* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro? Yes
No
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Responsibility Profile
Maintain an active and productive research program.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Advising undergraduate and graduate students.
Seek external research funding.
Provide professional and institutional service.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Human Development and Family Studies or a closely related field (e.g., Psychology, Sociology, Education, Biobehavioral Health, or Public Health).
Evidence of competence in college instruction.
Record of scholarly publication and competence in related research methodology.
Strong potential to obtain external funding for research.
Preferred Qualifications
Record of scholarly publication representing a clear research portfolio.
Evidence of success in applying for or securing research funding.
Strong methodological expertise.
Demonstrated skills in undergraduate and graduate teaching.
Evidence of mentoring in support of student success, including students of diverse backgrounds.
Potential to collaborate with colleagues around departmental teaching, mentoring, and research activities.
Special Instructions to Applicants Review of applications will begin November 14, 2025, and will remain open until the positions are filled. Candidates will provide a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and contact information for three letters of reference.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References
Teaching Philosophy
Research Statement
Optional Documents Optional documents may be submitted at the applicant’s discretion.
ADA Checklist R for Rare (0–30%), O for Occasional (30–60%), F for Frequent (60–90%), C for Constant (90–100%).
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). The following supplemental questions apply to all applicants:
* Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position: UNCGjobsearch Website
Greensboro News & Record
Carolina Peacemaker
Other Newspaper
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Inside Higher Ed
Other Professional Journal
NCWorks.gov
UNC System Job Board
Other Online Job Board
Personal Networking
Search Firm
* Other: Please list (Open Ended Question).
* Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship? Yes
No
* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro? Yes
No
#J-18808-Ljbffr