Associate Professor/Professor and Graduate Program Director for Criminal Justice

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Health benefits

Vision/Dental/FSAs

Paid holidays

TSERS retirement

Supplemental plans 401k/403b/457

Employee Assistance Program

Campus discounts

Bookstore discount

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University in North Carolina is seeking an Associate Professor/Professor and Graduate Program Director for Criminal Justice to oversee graduate programs, manage curriculum, advise students, and coordinate admissions. The role links graduate faculty, students, and the university with the graduate college to ensure program quality and scholarly development.

The candidate will teach graduate courses, supervise progress on theses/dissertations, pursue external funding

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or terminal degree in the discipline with at least four years teaching experience, and scholarly activity and service.
• Preferred: excellence in teaching and scholarly/research activities consistent with eligibility for appointment/tenure at the rank of associate professor or professor.

Responsibilities

• Academic Oversight: Developing and maintaining graduate curriculum and standards.
• Student Support: Advising Master’s/PhD students, guiding theses /dissertations.
• Admissions: Managing the recruitment and selection of graduate candidates.
• Faculty Liaison: Working with professors teaching graduate courses.
• Program Representation: Acting as the primary contact for graduate studies in the department.

Skills

University teaching

Scholarly research

Education

Ph.D. or terminal degree

Job description

Associate Professor/Professor and Graduate Program Director for Criminal Justice

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Classification Information

Classification Type

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Graduate Director of Criminal Justice will oversee graduate programs (Master’s / PhD), manage curriculum, advise students, handle admissions, ensure program quality, and serve as a key link between graduate faculty, students, and the department with both the graduate college and the university. The new hire will focus on theory, research, and professional development, distinct from undergraduate roles, guiding future researchers, policymakers, and leaders in the justice system. This person reports to the Chairperson of the Criminal Justice Department and will work closely with the College and University administration, as well as graduate faculty. The person will provide strong foundational support for the new graduate programs and lead the incorporation of innovative learning approaches for students specializing in criminal justice and investigative science.

The new hire will teach an approved curriculum of graduate-level courses, support graduate students in maintaining satisfactory academic progress, serve on thesis and dissertation committees, and pursue external funding opportunities. Additional responsibilities include participating in retention initiatives; advising and mentoring students; and serving on the University’s Graduate Council. Other duties include course review and related teaching tasks as assigned.

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.

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

• Academic Oversight: Developing and maintaining graduate curriculum and standards.
• Student Support: Advising Master’s/PhD students, guiding theses /dissertations.
• Admissions: Managing the recruitment and selection of graduate candidates.
• Faculty Liaison: Working with professors teaching graduate courses.
• Program Representation: Acting as the primary contact for graduate studies in the department.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

At least four years of teaching at the university level. In addition to the stated minimum degree/qualifications, demonstrated excellence in teaching and scholarly/research activities consistent with eligibility for appointment/tenure at the rank of associate professor or professor is preferred.

Required License or Certification

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

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

Associate Professor/Professor and Graduate Program Director for Criminal Justice

Position Number

000747

Recruitment Salary Range

Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

Yes

FTE

40 hours/week, 12 months

Organizational Division

Criminal Justice

Organizational Location

College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Organizational Unit

Criminal Justice

Posting Number

EPA3182

Open Date

09/14/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

August 2027

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