North Carolina State University is offering a 3-year Graduate Assistantship for PhD students in Extension Education within the Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences, starting Fall 2026. This opportunity is ideal for candidates passionate about agricultural outreach, community impact, youth and family sciences, and educational program evaluation. The assistantship supports teaching, research, and extension work, with responsibilities including teaching undergraduate Extension Education courses and conducting research on career pathways in food, agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences.

Selected students will receive full tuition coverage, a stipend, and health insurance for three years. The position requires strong oral and written communication skills, a desire to develop expertise in research and program evaluation, and knowledge of Extension work. Applicants must pursue a full-time, on-campus doctoral-level graduate degree in the Department and complete a dissertation.

For priority consideration, candidates should apply and be admitted to the NC State Graduate School by February 1, 2026. Application materials include a letter of application and a current resume or CV, submitted via the Assistantship Interest Form. Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Joseph L. Donaldson, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, at [email protected]. General questions about the graduate program may be sent to Dr. Wendy Warner at [email protected].

This assistantship is an excellent opportunity for those interested in making a positive impact on communities through agricultural and human sciences, with a focus on youth, families, and educational program evaluation. The Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences at NC State University is committed to educating students in agriculture and community sciences, finding solutions to real-world problems, and extending knowledge to create healthy communities.