Lecturer of English – North Carolina Central University

🏛️ Academic Opportunity: Lecturer of English – North Carolina Central University

• Institution: North Carolina Central University

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Language and Literature

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: Position Number F610476; Posting Number F000300

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term – 1 Year, 9/10-Month Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Lecturer

• Salary / Remuneration: Not specified

• Location: Durham, North Carolina, USA

• Application Deadline: December 12, 2026; Open Until Filled

📋 Overview of Role

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) invites applications for a Lecturer of English in the Department of Language and Literature. The successful candidate will primarily teach first-year writing courses, with opportunities to teach advanced composition or literature based on departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach first-year writing courses as the primary instructional responsibility.

• Teach advanced composition or literature courses according to departmental needs and areas of expertise.

• Apply effective composition pedagogy in undergraduate instruction.

• Use Canvas and Microsoft Word effectively for teaching and course management.

• Contribute to the Department of Language and Literature’s mission in writing, literature, linguistics, languages, and communication.

• Support students’ analytical, creative, problem-solving, and communication skills.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Master’s degree in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field.

• Preferred Education: Ph.D. is preferred.

• Experience & Specializations: Knowledge of composition pedagogy and ability to teach first-year writing, advanced composition, or literature.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with Canvas and proficiency with Microsoft Word.

• Certifications / Licensure: Not applicable.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: Not specified in the posting; compensation details are not provided.

• Benefits: The university indicates that eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package and additional employee perks.

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)

2. Cover Letter

3. Teaching Philosophy

4. Unofficial Transcripts — official transcripts required from the selected candidate

5. List of References

6. Optional: Other Document, DD-214 for veterans, and applicable licenses/certifications

📬 Application Process

• 🔗 Application Link: North Carolina Central University Job Posting – Lecturer of English

• 📧 Contact / Enquiries: North Carolina Central University, Department of Language and Literature

• 📅 Deadline: December 12, 2026; the position is Open Until Filled

• 📅 Position Available: January 1, 2027

• ⚠️ Additional Requirement: The final candidate must submit to a criminal background check.

🌐 Official Website / Domain: North Carolina Central University