Assist/Associate Professor

CHEManager International; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Central University in Durham, NC invites applications for an Assist/Associate Professor in the School of Law. The position is tenure track (initial 2 years) and involves teaching courses at the JD level, with expectation of scholarly activity and service.

Candidates must hold a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, demonstrate excellent written and oral communication, are capable of designing curricula, and work effectively with a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Design and teach courses at the JD level.
• Excellent oral and writing communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work with a highly diverse staff, faculty, and student body.

Responsibilities

• Design curriculum plans to foster learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensure student engagement.
• Provide tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintain class records, and advise students.
• Conduct research in a field of knowledge and publish findings; collaborate with colleagues.
• Serve on law school and university committees and participate in campus events.

Skills

JD instruction

Oral & written communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Diversity collaboration

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Position Information

Working Title

Assist/Associate Professor

Position Number

F610917

Appointment Type

Tenure Track - Initial 2 years

FTE

1=9/10 month -Faculty only

Position Overview

Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!

Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

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Primary Function Of Organizational Unit

The North Carolina Central School of Law offers full-time day and part-time evening programs. The School of Law is committed to a policy that opposes discrimination on the basis of gender, age, race, religion, color, medical condition, handicap or disability, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, employment-related matters, financial aid programs, or other such University-administered programs. For more information, please visit the law school website at http://law.nccu.edu/.

Primary Purpose Of Position

The faculty will teach courses in the discipline area of Law.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to design and teach courses at the J.D. level
• Excellent oral and writing communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work with a highly diverse staff, faculty, and student body.

Minimum Education/Experience

J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.

Licenses Or Certification Required By Statute Or Regulation

J.D. or equivalent legal degree required

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies

Instructional

The Faculty will develop and design curriculum plans to foster learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensure student engagement. The Faculty will provide tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintain class related records, and assess student coursework. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students.

Research

The Faculty will conduct research in a particular field of knowledge, and publish findings in professional journals, books, and/or electronic media. Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. Keep abreast of developments in their field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participate in professional conferences.

Public Service

Serve on various Law School and University committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. Participate in campus and community events.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

F000315

Open Date

10/01/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

No

Date Position Available

07/01/2027

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.