Position Number:

F610759 FTE

1=9/10 month -Faculty only Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress. Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement. An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight. Visit NCCU.edu . Primary Function of Organizational Unit The Department of Public Administration at North Carolina Central University is dedicated to preparing leaders for effective service in public and nonprofit sectors. Through rigorous instruction, innovative research, and community engagement, we equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex public management challenges, and foster a commitment to public service and community development. Primary Purpose of Position The Department of Public Administration at North Carolina Central University seeks a dynamic scholar-practitioner at the Clinical Professor level in this non-tenure-track faculty position. This faculty member will be a member of the core faculty of a NASPAA-accredited MPA Program. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advancing our mission and preparing leaders for public service. We are particularly seeking individuals with expertise and a desire to contribute to our core course curriculum and elective course offerings. The primary responsibilities of this position encompass a range of academic activities essential to our department's success. The candidate will teach core and elective courses in both face-to-face, hybrid and online formats, engage in scholarly and professional activity appropriate to the position, and provide mentorship and advising to our students. Additionally, this role will contribute to accreditation efforts, curriculum development, program assessment, and participate in community service initiatives, aligned with the core values of our department. The role also includes supervising internships, theses, and certifications, further enriching our students' educational experience. This position is vital in upholding NCCU's legacy as a premier Historically Black College and University (HBCU). The successful candidate will be instrumental in fostering an effective learning environment and preparing students to become transformative leaders in public administration. By contributing to our department's teaching, research, and service goals, the faculty member will help shape the next generation of public servants while addressing critical issues facing underserved communities. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Doctorate in Public Administration or a related field from an accredited institution. (

ABD Candidates:

Degree must be awarded to be eligible for job offer.) Demonstrated ability for achievement in teaching and research Demonstrated capability to teach core public administration courses and electives. Experience or capability in teaching both face-to-face and online courses. Research experience with a record of scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals. Demonstrated ability or potential to secure external funding through grants, contracts, or other sources. Commitment to mentoring and advising students, such as supervision of internships and theses. Evidence of professional development, such as presentation of papers at professional meetings and involvement in professional organizations. Ability to contribute to curriculum development and program assessment activities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and external stakeholders. Commitment to public service and community engagement. Knowledge of, experience with, or demonstrated capacity to contribute substantially to professional accreditation processes, including program assessment and NASPAA standards. Minimum Education/Experience Earned doctorate in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Candidates must demonstrate a record of teaching, scholarship, and professional or academic service appropriate for appointment at the Clinical Professor level. Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation NA Equal Opportunity Employer 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. Function Instructional Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. Teach core and elective courses in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats Function Research Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. Engage in active research and pursue external funding opportunities Function Administrative Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and mentoring and advising students, and other activities to support the functions of the department Function Public Service Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. Participate in community service initiatives, relationship and capacity building, and outreach

Posting Number:

F000303