Assistant/Associate Professor

North Carolina Central University

Durham (NC)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

19 hours ago

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Job summary

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) in Durham invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor in the School of Law. The faculty will provide leadership and oversight of the operations, resources, personnel, and services to support the School of Law’s academic mission.

The position requires a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, extensive knowledge of legal research, law library operations, and demonstrated capacity for strategic leadership, teaching, and

Qualifications

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school required.
Comprehensive knowledge of legal research methods and law library operations.
Strong leadership and staff management abilities; strategic planning.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee law library operations, budgets, and services.
Advance legal education and support faculty scholarship.
Collaborate with faculty, students, and external partners.

Skills

Legal research

Law library operations

Teaching & instruction

Staff supervision

Budget management

Policy development

Collaboration

Education

J.D. from ABA accredited law school

Tools

Electronic databases

Library technology

Information-management systems

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor

Position Number

Position Number F617116

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Tenure Track - Initial 2 years

FTE

FTE 1=9/10 month -Faculty only

Position Overview

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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 provides leadership and oversight of the operations, resources, personnel, and services in support of the School of Law’s academic mission.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of legal research methods, legal information resources, law library operations, and emerging research technologies. Knowledge of law school accreditation standards and professional standards applicable to academic law libraries. Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership and effectively manage library personnel, operations, budgets, collections, and services. Strong knowledge of electronic databases, digital resources, library technology, and information-management systems. Ability to develop, evaluate, and implement policies, procedures, programs, and services that support the academic mission of the law school. Strong teaching and instructional skills, including the ability to support legal research instruction and student development. Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, students, administrators, staff, and external partners. Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and evaluate professional and support staff. Ability to assess evolving legal education, research, technology, and library trends and implement appropriate innovations. Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and decision-making skills. Commitment to excellent service and supporting faculty scholarship, student learning, bar readiness, and professional preparation.

J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.

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

Function

Function Instructional

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

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.

Function

Function Research

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

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.

Function

Function Public Service

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

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 Number

Posting Number F000318

Open Date

Open Date 10/03/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Date Position Available

Date Position Available 07/01/2027

Special Instructions to Applicants