Assistant Professor

Position Overview

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) seeks a dynamic scholar‑practitioner at the Assistant Professor level for a tenure‑track faculty position in the Department of Public Administration. The successful candidate will be a member of the core faculty of the NASPAA‑accredited MPA Program and will play a crucial role in advancing our mission and preparing leaders for public service. This role is integral to NCCU’s legacy as a premier Historically Black College and University (HBCU).

• Teach core and elective courses in face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online formats.
• Engage in active research and pursue external funding opportunities.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and mentorship and advising of students.
• Supervise internships, theses, and certifications.
• Participate in community service initiatives, relationship and capacity building, and outreach.
• Assume additional leadership roles in the department commensurate with rank.

• Ph.D. in Public Administration or a related field from an accredited institution (ABD candidates must receive the degree to be eligible).
• Demonstrated achievement in teaching and research consistent with the rank of assistant professor under NCCU’s Reappointment, Promotion and Tenure criteria.
• Ability to teach core public administration courses and electives.
• Experience or capability in teaching both face‑to‑face and online courses.
• Active research agenda with a record of scholarly publications in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Potential to secure external funding through grants, contracts, or other sources.
• Commitment to mentoring and advising students, including supervision of internships and theses.
• Evidence of professional development, such as presenting papers at professional meetings and involvement in professional organizations.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development and program assessment activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to public service and community engagement.
• Interest in accreditation processes, including assessment and NASPAA standards.

Ph.D. in Public Administration or a related field from an accredited institution (ABD candidates must receive the degree to be eligible).

• Complete and submit an electronic application for employment; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application.
• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD‑214 form; those seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NG‑23A form and certificate of release or discharge from active duty.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E‑Verify; federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; the university is currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

• Accrued vacation and sick leave
• Community service leave
• NC State health benefits
• NCFlex vision, dental, flexible spending account, life insurance, and more
• 11‑12 paid holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional supplemental plans – 401(k), 403(b), 457(b) and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  Campus recreation center discount
• University bookstore discount and more

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.

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required from selected candidates)
• List of references

• Teaching philosophy
• Writing sample
• Other document
• DD‑214 (veterans only)
• Licenses and/or certification required by statute or regulation