Lecturer of English

NCCU Public Administration; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Central University in Durham seeks a Lecturer of English to teach first-year writing and related courses as part of a fixed-term appointment. The position supports student development and the department's mission to foster language, literature, and writing across the curriculum.

The ideal candidate holds an MA in English (Rhetoric and Composition); Ph.D. is preferred. Proficiency with Canvas and MS Word is expected, with teaching experience valued. Open through 12/12/2026.

Qualifications

• M.A. in English, Rhetoric and Composition or a related field; Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience teaching first-year writing and composition.
• Familiarity with Canvas and MS Word for instruction and assignments.

Responsibilities

• Teach first-year writing courses and additional courses in advanced composition or literature as assigned.
• Engage students in language, literature and writing while supporting their civic and professional development.
• Collaborate with department colleagues to enhance teaching effectiveness and curriculum.

Skills

Composition Pedagogy

Canvas

MS Word

Education

MA in English, Rhetoric and Composition

Ph.D. preferred

Tools

Canvas

MS Word

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Working Title Lecturer of English
Position Number F610476
Appointment Type Fixed Term: 1 year FTE 1=9/10 month -Faculty only

Position Overview

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The mission of the Department of Language and Literature at North Carolina Central University is to engage students in languages, cultures, literatures, linguistics, and writing. We foster students’ analytical and creative thinking, problem-solving abilities, and communication strategies to prepare students for their responsibilities in civic and professional life.

The department offers an English M.A., B.A.s in English, Spanish, and Interdisciplinary Studies, and minors in Spanish, German, Philosophy, Digital Humanities, Literature, and Writing. We host the Spanish Club, the Ex Umbra literary magazine, the Eagle Creators Society, and several other student clubs and honor societies. Language and Literature faculty contribute to many interdisciplinary initiatives including Women’s and Gender Studies, Global Studies, Service Learning, undergraduate research, and Digital Humanities.

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of this position is to teach first-year writing courses, with additional courses in advanced composition or literature assigned according to department need and instructor’s areas of expertise.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Understanding of Composition Pedagogy; familiarity with Canvas; proficiency with MS Word.

Minimum Education/Experience

M.A. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field. Ph.D. preferred.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

NA

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.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F000300
Open Date 09/09/2026
Close Date 12/12/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Date Position Available 01/01/2027
Special Instructions to Applicants

Final Candidate is required to submit a criminal background check.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• DD-214 (Veterans Only)
• Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

Supplemental Questions

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