Assistant or Associate Professor - Criminal Justice

The Department of Criminal Justice at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University seeks a full-time, 9-month faculty member to teach campus-based and online courses. This position will serve as a faculty member in the Department of Criminal Justice ( CRJS).

The education level and experience of the individual hired will determine the appointment rank. Appointment at the nontenure track rank of Lecturer requires a master's degree. Appointment at the nontenure track rank of Teaching Assistant or Associate Professor requires a PhD. Appointment at the tenure track rank of Assistant or Associate Professor requires a PhD.

The position reports to the Chairperson of the Criminal Justice Department and will work closely with Department and College administration, as well as faculty, to develop, deliver, and continuously improve high-quality, innovative undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The successful candidate will contribute to the growth of online and hybrid learning initiatives through the design, implementation, and assessment of engaging, student-centered courses that support academic excellence and accessibility. The position will provide strong foundational support for new graduate programs and promote the incorporation of innovative instructional technologies and evidence-based teaching practices for students specializing in criminal justice and investigative science.

The faculty member will teach an approved curriculum of introductory, advanced-level, and graduate courses in face-to-face, online, and hybrid delivery formats; develop and maintain high-quality online course content that meets university and accreditation standards; foster meaningful student engagement in virtual learning environments; support students in maintaining satisfactory academic progress; serve on thesis and dissertation committees; and pursue external funding opportunities. Additional responsibilities include participating in student recruitment and retention initiatives; advising and mentoring students; maintaining and reporting student grades and attendance, success reporting items, and timely submission of midterm and final grades in accordance with university policies; utilizing learning management systems and instructional technologies to enhance teaching effectiveness; and performing other teaching, assessment, and course review duties as assigned.

This position also will carry out discipline-related responsibilities as directed by the Chair or Dean, including research and scholarly activity, curriculum development, program assessment, recruitment, and service to the Department, College, University, and profession. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the advancement of innovative teaching and learning practices, including the continuous improvement of online education and student success outcomes.

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.

N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 15,275 students in Fall 2026, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master's programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America's top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor's programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master's degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master's degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as "R2-High Research Activity" in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve "R1-Very High Research Activity" status. It also holds Carnegie's earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities ( APLU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as "best for business" by the CNBC financial network.

The education level and experience of the individual hired will determine the appointment rank. Appointment at the nontenure track rank of Lecturer requires a master's degree. Appointment at the nontenure track rank of Teaching Assistant or Associate Professor requires a PhD. Appointment at the tenure track rank of Assistant or Associate Professor requires a PhD.

Also, at least four years of teaching experience and scholarly activity and service, preferably in a higher education setting.

The candidate must possess an established record of strong teaching in undergraduate and graduate level courses; ability to publish in professional/peer-reviewed academic journals and present research at professional/academic conferences; a commitment to mentoring students and collaborating with colleagues to enhance/advance the Department's research and external funding efforts.

Additionally, expertise and/or interest in digital forensics, investigative science, cybercrime, or cybersecurity is preferable.

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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;

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.