Clinical Instructor - Entrepreneurship / Executive Director, Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (CEED)

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Position Information

Working Title Clinical Instructor - Entrepreneurship / Executive Director, Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (CEED) Position Number F611032 Appointment Type Tenure Track - Initial 2 years FTE .75 = 40 hours/week, 9 months

Position Overview

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina Central University (NCCU is a Historically Black College or

University (HBCU) with a mission to prepare students to succeed in the

global marketplace. We are consistently ranked as a top HBCU in the South

by U.S News & World Report. NCCU Business is a flagship program with

majors in Accounting, Business Management (Finance, Human Resources,

Marketing, Management, Real Estate, and Entrepreneurship) Computer

Information Systems, Information Technology (Data Analytics, Cyber

Security, and Information Communications Technology), and Hospitality

& Tourism Administration. We offer BBA and MBA degrees within the

School of Business. Our Program is accredited by AACSB, considered the

goldstandard. NCCU'S School of Business has an enrollment of over 1,200

students in its undergraduate and graduate programs. The department

has faculty members who have published in peer-reviewed journals.

Additional information about the School of Business is available at:

http://www.nccu.edu/academics/sc/business/index.cfm.

Primary Purpose of Position

The School of Business at North Carolina Central University seeks highly

qualified applicants for a 9-month, Clinical Instructor of Entrepreneurship

who will also serve as Executive Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship

and Economic Development (CEED). The successful candidate will teach

undergraduate and graduate courses in entrepreneurship and related

business disciplines while providing strategic leadership for CEED

through the development and administration of innovative academic,

co-curricular, and community engagement initiatives that promote

entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic development. The qualified

candidate must have earned Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship or a related field

from an AACSB-accredited program or an equally relevant accredited

program in a related discipline. Candidates with a Master's degree and

significant working experience in the entrepreneurship area will also be

considered. The Executive Director will work collaboratively with faculty,

students, alumni, corporate partners, community organizations, and

governmental agencies to advance the mission and strategic goals of the

School of Business and the University.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in

entrepreneurship and related business disciplines. Faculty will engage

students in the study and application of entrepreneurship, innovation, new

venture creation, entrepreneurial finance, small business management, and

economic development through experiential learning and applied business

practices. While the School's primary focus is teaching, maintenance of

academic qualifications includes continuous scholarly productivity in

discipline-related quality journals and/or sustained professional

engagement consistent with AACSB standards. Service activities include

selected committee assignments at the departmental, School, and/or

University levels. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent

oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; effective

problem-solving, diplomacy, and leadership abilities; a demonstrated

ability to work collaboratively and develop productive relationships with

students, faculty, alumni, entrepreneurs, industry partners, and

community stakeholders; and a commitment to maintaining high

professional standards and integrity. The candidate should also possess

the ability to develop and manage entrepreneurship programs, foster

innovation, secure external partnerships and funding opportunities, and

provide strategic leadership for the Center for Entrepreneurship and

Economic Development.

Minimum Education/Experience

The qualified candidate must have earned Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship or a

related field from an AACSB-accredited program or an equally relevant

accredited program in a related discipline. Candidates with a Master's

degree and significant working experience in the entrepreneurship area

will also be considered.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

N/A

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.

Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies

Function Instructional Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Faculty will focus on teaching, scholarly engagement, service, and

alignment with the mission of the School of Business. Primary teaching

responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in

Entrepreneurship and related business disciplines. Responsibilities

include teaching in face-to-face and online environments, advising and

mentoring students, participating in curriculum development and

assessment activities, and maintaining academic qualifications

through continuous scholarly and professional engagement.

Function Administrative Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Serve as Executive Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and

Economic Development by providing strategic vision and leadership

for the Center; developing and expanding entrepreneurship

programming across the University; fostering innovation and

entrepreneurial culture among students, faculty, and the

community; building partnerships with industry, government,

nonprofit organizations, and alumni; managing external grants and

donor-supported initiatives; organizing entrepreneurship competitions,

workshops, incubator activities, and outreach programs; coordinating

advisory board activities; pursuing external funding opportunities;

representing CEED at university and community events; and ensuring

effective administration of the Center in support of the School's strategic

priorities.

Function Public Service Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

Provide service to the School, University, profession, and community

through committee participation, professional engagement, community

outreach, mentorship, and activities that advance entrepreneurship,

economic development, and the mission of North Carolina Central

University.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F000320 Open Date 10/07/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Date Position Available 07/01/2027 Special Instructions to Applicants

• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

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

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• DD-214 (Veterans Only)
• NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
• Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

Supplemental Questions

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