Associate Professor​/Professor and Graduate Program Director

Overview

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.

This is a 12-month tenure track faculty position.

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.

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is the nation s largest historically black university with an enrollment of over 15,000 students. NC A&T is an 1890 land-grant, doctoral higher research institution and one of 17 constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina System. NC A&T has ranked third in the University of North Carolina System in sponsored research funding for more than a decade.

The university is a leading producer of change agents and global leaders for the careers of today and tomorrow in disciplines of science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), business, and the arts and humanities. NC A&T offers degree programs at the baccalaureate, master, and doctoral levels.

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.

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.

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)

• Working Title:
  
  Associate Professor/Professor and Graduate Program Director
• 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
• If Time Limited, Appointment Length
• Organizational Division:
  Criminal Justice
• Organizational
  
  Location:
  
  College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
• Organizational Unit:
  Criminal Justice

• Posting Number: EPA
  2966
• Open Date: 01/30/2026
• 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,…