Research Assistant Professor

Position Overview

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

C. N. , 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. 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.

The position includes responsibilities in teaching, research, and service within the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and the BRITE program. The primary purpose is to teach existing courses in the Department, advance the research mission through independent or collaborative investigations into translational research, and serve on committees at the department, college, or university levels. This role carries substantial teaching responsibilities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and includes active involvement in mentoring and directing student research.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in human anatomy and physiology, bioprocessing and cell culture laboratory, introduction to pharmaceutical sciences, biopharmaceutical manufacturing, and drug discovery.
• Develop and deliver new and special‑topics courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Design, prepare, and assess course materials; supervise laboratory sessions and evaluate student learning.
• Conduct independent or collaborative research on translational and AI‑assisted computational discovery, including molecular modeling, docking, and structure‑based drug design.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research projects, providing guidance on data analysis and support for publication and dissemination of findings.
• Participate in departmental, college, and institutional service activities; contribute to curriculum development and continuous program improvement.

• Demonstrated knowledge of biotechnology, drug discovery, and applied life sciences.
• Demonstrated recent teaching experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, human anatomy and physiology, and drug discovery courses.
• Skill in designing, delivering, and assessing graduate and undergraduate‑level courses.
• Ability to mentor master’s‑degree student research, including planning and supervision of projects using computational approaches such as in‑silico modeling and docking.
• A track record of publication and the ability to communicate complex experimental concepts effectively to students and colleagues.

Applicants must hold an earned doctoral degree (Ph.D., DVM, MD, DSc, Pharm

D, or equivalent) in a relevant field such as pharmaceutical sciences or biotechnology. Candidates must demonstrate documented evidence of teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and experience serving as a primary mentor for master’s‑degree students, along with strong communication skills and the ability to teach and mentor students from diverse backgrounds.

Position Number: F617066
Appointment Type: Permanent – Full Time (FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months)
Open Date: 02/16/2026
Close Date: 03/13/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes

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.

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
• List of References
• Other Document (optional)
• DD‑214 (Veterans Only)
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

• Please share your prior achievements in academia, teaching, and service, or demonstrate an adequate potential to be successful in those areas. (Open Ended Question)
• Explain how your professional experiences will contribute in making you the best candidate for this opportunity. (Open Ended Question)