Assistant or Associate Professor - Criminal Justice

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 82,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Accrued vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays

TSERS retirement system

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Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University seeks a full‑time, non‑tenure‑track 9‑month faculty member to teach campus‑based and online courses at the lecturer or senior lecturer rank. The hire reports to the Chair of Criminal Justice and develops innovative undergraduate and graduate programs with a strong emphasis on online and hybrid delivery.

The successful candidate will use instructional technologies, advise students, serve on thesis/dissertation committees, and pursue

Qualifications

Masters required for Lecturer/Senior Lecturer rank.
At least four years of teaching experience and scholarly activity and service.
Strong teaching record in undergraduate and graduate courses.
Ability to publish in peer‑reviewed journals and present at conferences.
Experience mentoring students and collaborating with colleagues in higher education.
Expertise in digital forensics, investigative science, cybercrime, or cybersecurity preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach a curriculum of introductory, advanced, and graduate courses in face‑to‑face, online, and hybrid formats.
Develop and maintain high‑quality online course content meeting accreditation standards.
Foster student engagement in virtual learning environments and support academic progress.
Advise and mentor students; participate in recruitment and retention efforts.
Utilize LMS and instructional technologies to enhance teaching; perform course reviews and assessments.

Skills

Teaching experience

Scholarly activity

Mentoring students

Service

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Classification Information

Classification Type: EHRA

Position Overview

The Department of Criminal Justice at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University seeks a full-time, non-tenure-track 9-month faculty member to teach campus-based and online courses. The hire will be at the lecturer or senior lecturer faculty rank.

The position reports to the Chairperson of the Criminal Justice Department and will work closely with Department and College administration, as well as faculty, to develop, deliver, and continuously improve high-quality, innovative undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The successful candidate will contribute to the growth of online and hybrid learning initiatives through the design, implementation, and assessment of engaging, student-centered courses that support academic excellence and accessibility. The position will provide strong foundational support for new graduate programs and promote the incorporation of innovative instructional technologies and evidence-based teaching practices for students specializing in criminal justice and investigative science.

The faculty member will teach an approved curriculum of introductory, advanced-level, and graduate courses in face-to-face, online, and hybrid delivery formats; develop and maintain high-quality online course content that meets university and accreditation standards; foster meaningful student engagement in virtual learning environments; support students in maintaining satisfactory academic progress; serve on thesis and dissertation committees; and pursue external funding opportunities. Additional responsibilities include participating in student recruitment and retention initiatives; advising and mentoring students; maintaining and reporting student grades and attendance, success reporting items, and timely submission of midterm and final grades in accordance with university policies; utilizing learning management systems and instructional technologies to enhance teaching effectiveness; and performing other teaching, assessment, and course review duties as assigned.

This position will also carry out discipline-related responsibilities as directed by the Chair or Dean, including research and scholarly activity, curriculum development, program assessment, recruitment, and service to the Department, College, University, and profession. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the advancement of innovative teaching and learning practices, including the continuous improvement of online education and student success outcomes.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of Criminal Justice is housed within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. It offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and Criminal Justice with a Certificate in Crime Scene Investigation, a Master of Science and a Ph.D. with four areas of specialization, Digital Forensics, Investigative Science, Social Justice, and Research Methods. The Department has over 550 majors.

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences houses the Departments of Criminal Justice, English, History and Political Science, Journalism and Mass Communication, Liberal Studies, and Visual and Performing Arts. CAHSS is an academic unit that reports to the Office of the Provost/Division of Academic Affairs and enrolls more than 2,000 students and has more than 160 full-time faculty members.

N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 15,275 students in Fall 2026, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor's programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master's degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master's degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as "R2-High Research Activity" in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve "R1-Very High Research Activity" status. It also holds Carnegie's earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as "best for business" by the CNBC financial network.

Minimum Requirements

The education level and experience of the individual hired will determine the appointment rank. Appointment at the nontenure track rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer requires a master's degree.

Also, at least four years of teaching experience and scholarly activity and service, preferably in a higher education setting.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

The candidate must possess an established record of strong teaching in undergraduate and graduate level courses; ability to publish in professional/peer-reviewed academic journals and present research at professional/academic conferences; a commitment to mentoring students and collaborating with colleagues to enhance/advance the Department's research and external funding efforts.

Additionally, expertise and/or interest in digital forensics, investigative science, cybercrime, or cybersecurity is preferable.

Required License or Certification

None.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title: Lecturer or Senior Lecturer- Criminal Justice

Position Number: 002511

Recruitment Salary Range: Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track: Yes

FTE: 40 hours/week, 9 months

Organizational Division: Criminal Justice

Organizational Location: College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Organizational Unit: Criminal Justice

Equal Opportunity & E-Verify

North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify.

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer.

No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

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