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 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. 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.

• Instructional: Design and deliver three (3) graduate nutrition classes online asynchronous each semester or undergraduate synchronous courses as needed; promptly respond to student questions; academic advising; mentoring students; supervising thesis or internship projects; contributing to new curricula and training opportunities; serve on department committees; recruit; deliver classroom instruction including lectures, seminars, tutorials, assess coursework, and hold office hours.
• Administrative: Retain and support accreditation and annual report initiatives; collect and analyze assessment data for accreditation and continuing education in nutrition and dietetics.
• Public Service: Support department and university outreach efforts in the community and on campus; contribute to departmental, college, and university committees; participate in professional organizations; engage in community outreach related to nutrition and health.

• Doctorate (completed by date of appointment) in Nutrition or a related field from an accredited university.
• Strong credentials as a Registered Dietitian and/or extensive work experience in the field of dietetics.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate or graduate courses in Nutrition, including strong technology skills related to delivery of distance education courses.
• Documented record of scholarly achievement; potential for grantsmanship and publication.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in online teaching is preferred.
• Experience as a Registered Dietitian or in the field of nutrition and dietetics.

Criminal background will be required from the selected candidate.

• Resume/CV
• Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
• List of References

• Cover Letter
• Other Document
• DD‑214 (Veterans Only)
• Licenses and/or certifications required by statute or regulation

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.

Posting Number: F000230
Open Date: 04/10/2026
Close Date:
Open Until Filled No
Position Available: 07/01/2026