Clinical Professor

NCCU Public Administration

Durham (NC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

North Carolina Central University in Durham, NC, seeks a Clinical Professor to teach courses in the discipline area of Law within the School of Law. The appointment is tenure-track, initially for two years, with 9/10 month options for faculty only. A J.D.

from an ABA-accredited law school is required, with strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills. Background checks apply. The role emphasizes curriculum design, student mentoring, research, and service on committees to support

Qualifications

Excellent oral and writing communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Excellent analytical skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, faculty, and student body.

Responsibilities

Develop and design curriculum plans to foster learning and stimulate class discussions.
Provide tutoring, academic counseling, maintain class records, and assess coursework.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Conduct research in the field and publish findings in professional journals or books.
Serve on law school and university committees and participate in campus events.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration with staff and students

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

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 Clinical Professor Position Number F617105 Appointment Type Tenure Track - Initial 2 years 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 Clinical Professor will teach courses in the discipline area of Law.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Excellent oral and writing communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Excellent analytical skills.
Ability to effectively collaborate with staff, faculty, and student body

Minimum Education/Experience

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 Instructional

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

The Clinical Professor will develop and design curriculum plans to foster learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensure student engagement. The Clinical Professor 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 Research

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

The Clinical Professor 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 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 Detail Information

Posting Number F000317

Open Date 10/03/2026

Close Date Open Until Filled No Date

Position Available 07/01/2027

Special Instructions to Applicants