Associate Professor/Professor and Graduate Program Director

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated director for a new graduate program in Criminal Justice. This role involves teaching, curriculum development, and mentoring students, all while fostering a high-quality learning environment. Candidates should possess a terminal degree and a strong record in research and teaching. The position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of criminal justice education at a leading research institution. If you are passionate about education and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Vacation and Sick Leave

Health Benefits including Dental and Vision

Paid Holidays

Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts at Recreation and Bookstore

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or terminal degree required with at least four years of teaching experience.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and advanced courses while ensuring student satisfaction.
• Develop graduate curriculum and manage instructional programs.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Research

Student Mentoring

Communication Skills

Education

Ph.D. or Terminal Degree

Job description

Description:

This position will serve as a director of one of the newly approved graduate programs within the Department of Criminal Justice (CRJS) at the rank of associate professor or professor. The position reports to the chairperson of the Criminal Justice Department and collaborates with department and college administration and faculty to develop and implement a high-quality, R1 graduate degree program. The program aims to provide strong foundational support and innovative learning approaches in criminal justice and forensics. The target fill date for recruitment is August 2024.

The role includes teaching an approved curriculum of introductory and advanced courses, ensuring student satisfaction, assisting students in achieving course objectives, providing feedback, participating in retention initiatives, advising and mentoring students, motivating active participation, maintaining and reporting grades and attendance, and other teaching duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities involve discipline-related tasks such as research, scholarly activity, recruitment, curriculum development, and service to the department, college, and university as directed by the Chair or Dean.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

In collaboration with the department chair, the responsibilities include developing the graduate curriculum, managing instructional programs, budget, faculty development, graduate research, career preparation, assessment, accreditation, and interfacing with accrediting bodies. Candidates should hold a terminal degree in the discipline, possess knowledge of accreditation standards, have excellent communication skills, a passion for teaching, and a record of scholarly activity. The position involves teaching up to two classes (six credit hours) per semester, student recruiting, advising, and participating in service activities. The recruitment is scheduled for Spring 2024, with a target fill date of August 1, 2024.

Responsibilities at Faculty Rank:

Teaching courses, mentoring students, maintaining a professional profile, engaging with professional organizations, and contributing to service roles within the college, university, and profession.

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) includes departments such as Criminal Justice, English, History, Political Science, Journalism, Liberal Studies, and Visual and Performing Arts. CAHSS has over 1,950 students, 160 faculty members, and offers more than 27 degrees.

North Carolina A&T State University, the largest historically black university in the nation, enrolls over 14,000 students and is a leading research institution in STEM, business, arts, and humanities. It ranks third in research funding within the UNC system and offers undergraduate to doctoral programs.

Requirements:

Ph.D. or terminal degree in the discipline, with at least four years of teaching, scholarly activity, and service, preferably in higher education.

Preferred:

At least four years of university-level teaching, demonstrated excellence in teaching and research, and eligibility for appointment or tenure at the rank of associate professor or professor.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must complete and submit an electronic application; resumes alone are not accepted. Veteran applicants should attach DD 214. Final candidates will undergo background checks. The university participates in E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations and adherence to equal opportunity policies are provided.

Employee Benefits:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• Health Benefits including dental, vision, and more
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plans (TSERS, 401k, 403b, 457b)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts at recreation and bookstore

This position may be eligible for remote or hybrid work, subject to university and state policies. Employees are generally required to reside within North Carolina within a 2-hour commute of their duty station.