Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor

NCCU Public Administration; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) is seeking a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor to provide academic leadership and oversight for the Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) program. The role focuses on designing curricula, teaching relevant courses, and collaborating with staff and partners to ensure student success and alignment with state priorities.

The position emphasizes student development, independence, and inclusive excellence, preparing students for positive post‑program

Qualifications

• Knowledge of inclusive postsecondary education models and transition-to-adulthood frameworks.
• Experience with curriculum design, assessment, and nontraditional instructional models.
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative, interdisciplinary environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to equity, access, and inclusive excellence in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality instruction for both on‑campus and online courses, ensuring the integration of specialized strategies to support students with diverse learning needs.
• Support students through dedicated academic advisement and guidance.
• Contribute to the overall instructional quality and success of the Educational Opportunities Program within the School of Education.
• Teach academic courses as required to meet the programmatic needs and uphold the conceptual framework of the School of Education.

Skills

Inclusive education

Curriculum design

Assessment

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Doctoral degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

Position Information

Working Title: Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor
Position Number: F617500
Appointment Type: Permanent - Full Time
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. An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.

Primary Function of the School of Education

The School of Education oversees the university’s educator preparation program (EPP). The EPP is multifaceted and provides many services and programming in the area of teacher education. The overarching goal of the School of Education is to prepare students for careers in education.

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of the Clinical Faculty position is to provide essential academic leadership and programmatic oversight for the Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) program, specifically focusing on the design and evaluation of inclusive learning opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, the faculty member is responsible for developing curriculum, teaching relevant coursework, and collaborating with university staff and community partners to ensure student success aligns with institutional and state priorities. Central to the position is an emphasis on the postsecondary student experience, where the faculty member embeds student development theory and academic success strategies to help students grow as college learners. By fostering independence and self‑determination, the Clinical Faculty member prepares students for positive post‑program outcomes through applied learning and best practices in inclusive higher education. This position will address one of two roles:

• Design the inclusive curriculum focused on core academic content needed by the unit and integrating content into learning opportunities.
• Develop the academic success strategies that build student independence and allow students to navigate that curriculum effectively.

Clinical Faculty members will support academic advisement, provide on‑campus and online course instruction, integrating specialized strategies for students with diverse learning needs. They contribute to the overall instructional quality of the School of Education’s Educational Opportunities Program and teach academic courses as required to meet the broader programmatic needs and conceptual framework.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality instruction for both on‑campus and online courses, ensuring the integration of specialized strategies to support students with diverse learning needs.
• Support students through dedicated academic advisement and guidance.
• Contribute to the overall instructional quality and success of the Educational Opportunities Program within the School of Education.
• Teach academic courses as required to meet the programmatic needs and uphold the conceptual framework of the School of Education.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of inclusive postsecondary education models and transition‑to‑adulthood frameworks.
• Experience with curriculum design, assessment, and nontraditional instructional models.
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative, interdisciplinary environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to equity, access, and inclusive excellence in higher education.

Minimum Education/Experience

• Doctoral degree in Special Education, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or related field.
• Demonstrated commitment to working and serving students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
• Demonstrated success in leading administrative tasks, project and team management, and communication.

Licenses or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

• Preferred license/certification in related area(s).

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.

Additional Requirements

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