Associate Professor/Professor and Graduate Program Director

North Carolina A&T State University -
Greensboro, NC

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

457(b)
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance

Qualifications

Grant funding research
Academic research projects
Developing new academic courses
Student recruitment
Educational support mentoring
Overseeing academic program planning
University research
Faculty collaboration
Program development
Working with graduate students
Academic institution experience
Recruitment and selection
University teaching experience
Student admissions
University course instructional design
Supervising graduate theses
Research supervision

Full Job Description

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

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.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

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.

With an award-winning faculty, intensive research programs, and community-focused initiatives, 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.

Minimum Requirements

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.

Minimum Requirements:

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.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

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.

Required License or Certification

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)

Position Information

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 Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA2966

Open Date

01/30/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

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, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

August 2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State 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. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

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https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/39510

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