Assistant Professor

Assistant Professor East Carolina University, United States about 10 hours ago

Location:

Greenville, SOUTH

CAROLINA

Deadline:

; Posting Details Position Information Job Title Assistant Professor Position Number 600024 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department AAH COE Ed Lead and Foundations Department Homepage education.ecu/ Advertising Department

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Division Academic Affairs Classification Title Assistant Professor Working Title Assistant Professor Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. Commensurate with Qualifications Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Faculty (Teaching) Job Category Faculty (Teaching) Organizational Unit Overview The mission of the College of Education is the preparation of professional educators and allied practitioners, including professionals in counseling, adult education, instructional technology, and librarianship. Significant to this mission is a strong commitment to three important related areas, all of which are realized through partnerships and other endeavors.

These three areas are:

the encouragement and nurturing of professional growth for educators and allied practitioners at all levels and in all areas of the educational endeavor; a continuing emphasis on and support for scholarship and research/creative activity; and service in all areas of professional education. To achieve its vision, the College of Education is guided in its action by the University strategic planning process which includes providing innovative programs and certifications to address state and regional workforce needs, along with collaborating with regional partners to establish accessible and affordable pathways to our College of Education programs, creating a seamless transition for aspiring educators into our institution and back to regional schools and districts as qualified professional educators after completion. Some goals for this strategic plan would include but are not limited to the following: 1. Increasing enrollments across programs and certificates within the College of Education 2. Increasing study away opportunities for our College of Education students 3. Increasing graduation rates 4. Working to reduce student debt for graduate and undergraduate students in the College of Education. Job Duties The Department of Educational Leadership and Foundations in the College of Education at East Carolina University is seeking applicants and nominations for a tenure-track, nine-month, full-time assistant professor faculty position beginning Fall 2026. The candidate will balance teaching, research, and service related to Educational Leadership in higher education settings. The candidate will (1) teach working professionals primarily in higher education leadership programs offered by the

Department of Educational Leadership and Foundations:

Doctor of Education (EdD), (2) engage an active research agenda including potential for external funding, (3) connect teaching, research, and service to leadership practice in primarily in higher education settings, (4) serve as dissertation chair and committee member for students in the EdD program, (5) provide service to the university and to rural eastern North Carolina, (6) actively engage with professional organizations at the state (e.g., NCPEL) and national levels (e.g., ASHE, UCEA and CPED) levels. Contingent upon availability of funds. Minimum Education/Experience An Ed.

D. or Ph.D. in Higher Educational Leadership, Community College Leadership, Student Affairs or a closely related field. Qualifying degrees must be conferred and received from appropriately accredited institutions. License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation None Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education Demonstrated oral and written communication skills; evidence or demonstrated potential for outstanding teaching, research, and service. Preference is given to candidates with successful experience in higher education. Preference will also be given to candidates with experience or desire to focus on scholarship in rural-serving community college or student affairs settings. Special Instructions to Applicant Applicants are required to submit a candidate profile online; a cover letter describing academic background, research agenda, and specific skills and experiences relevant to the position; attach a current CV; and a list of references with contact information. The successful candidate must provide official transcripts upon hire. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Additional Instructions to Applicant In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable. Job Open Date 04/27/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 05/27/2026 Rank Level Assistant Professor Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting ecu.peopleadmin/postings/92715 Nondiscrimination Statement East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinatorecu . Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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. Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employmentecu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.