Assistant Professor

North Carolina Central University • Durham, NC

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About The Position

The Department of Public Administration at North Carolina Central University seeks a dynamic scholar-practitioner at the Assistant Professor level in this tenure-track faculty position. This faculty member will be a member of core faculty of the NASPAA -accredited MPA Program. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advancing our mission and preparing leaders for public service. We are particularly seeking individuals with expertise and a desire to contribute to our core course curriculum and elective course offerings. The primary responsibilities of this tenure-track faculty position encompass a range of academic activities essential to our department’s success. The candidate will teach core and elective courses in both face-to-face, hybrid and online formats, engage in active research and pursue external funding opportunities, and provide mentorship and advising to our students. Additionally, this role will contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and participate in community service initiatives, aligned with the core values of our department. The role also includes supervising internships, theses, and certifications, further enriching our students’ educational experience. Additional leadership roles in the department may be required commensurate with rank. This position is vital in upholding NCCU’s legacy as a premier Historically Black College and University ( HBCU ). The successful candidate will be instrumental in fostering an effective learning environment and preparing students to become transformative leaders in public administration. By contributing to our department’s teaching, research, and service goals, the new faculty member will help shape the next generation of public servants while addressing critical issues facing underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach core and elective courses in face-to-face, hybrid and online formats
• Engage in active research and pursue external funding opportunities
• Provide mentorship and advising to students
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment
• Participate in community service initiatives
• Supervise internships, theses, and certifications
• Additional leadership roles in the department may be required commensurate with rank

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed