The Department of Criminal Justice has nearly 600 undergraduate majors and almost 60 graduate majors and is one of the largest undergraduate programs at North Carolina Central University. This position is essential to the department’s efforts to support all undergraduate programs (face-to-face and online) and the graduate program, a priority of both the University and department. The undergraduate program offers bundled electives in law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice and homeland security and the graduate program offers electives in similar areas. The department’s primary purpose is to promote student success (retention and graduation), the student’s personal development and the realization of their career goals. Creating a culture of intellectual curiosity (research) is a cornerstone of the department. The undergraduate program is the only program in North Carolina to be certified by both the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences and the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. The department is home to two Institutes: The Institute for Homeland Security and Emergency Management and the Juvenile Justice Institute.

The Department of Criminal Justice is seeking applications to fill one nine-month tenure-track position (610261) at the Assistant Professor level starting the Fall 2024 academic year. The selected candidate will be expected to teach a full course load (12 credit hours per semester), to include course instructions that achieve student learning outcomes, annual scholarly outputs to include research and publications and Service to the department, college, university and the community at large, which include professional organizations.

Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses through face-to-face and online instruction, engage in curriculum development and assessment at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and advise students for graduate-level thesis and projects. As a tenure-track faculty member, faculty must engage in peer-reviewed scholarship to meet the requirements for promotion and tenure, and to meet the goals and objectives of the University, College, and the Department. This includes participation in externally-funded research activities (i.e., grantsmanship), preferably in conjunction with the Department’s two institutes: the Institute for Homeland Security and Emergency Management and the Juvenile Justice Institute. The person must also engage in service within the department, college, university, and community as well as their respective academic/professional disciplines. The ability to work independently and collegially with others to ensure student learning and success in a diverse environment is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

Preferences for this position:
All areas of specialization will be considered. Individuals with teaching specialization in homeland security, emergency management and policing are encouraged to apply.

A doctorate in Criminal Justice or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution is required. Applicants must have at least 18 credit hours in Doctoral-level studies in Criminal Justice or related discipline. A Juris Doctorate does not qualify for the position.

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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.

50% Teaching – teaching undergraduate and graduate criminal justice courses.
10% Advising – provide mentoring in personal goals and career opportunities.

25% Research – Grantsmanship, Publications and Scholarly Activities

15% Service – Serving on committees at the departmental, college and university levels as well as engagement in professional organizations.

Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript and submit to a background investigation. Candidates are required to upload their Letters of Recommendation prior to submitting their applications.