Professor Jobs in Raleigh, NC
Professor jobs in Raleigh, North Carolina cluster around the Research Triangle Park corridor, the university district near Hillsborough Street, and the growing educational campuses in North Raleigh, with demand concentrated across higher education, research institutions, and professional training programs. Employers actively hiring include North Carolina State University. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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North Carolina State University
Assistant Professor
Raleigh, North Carolina
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Assistant Professor of the Practice
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North Carolina State University
Assistant Professor of the Practice
Raleigh, North Carolina
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Assistant/Associate Professor
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North Carolina State University
Assistant/Associate Professor
Raleigh, North Carolina
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Academic Advisor & Lecturer
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North Carolina State University
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North Carolina State University
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Raleigh, North Carolina
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Assistant Professor
North Carolina State University·Raleigh, North Carolina
Job functions:
Remote (US)
Military encouraged
5,001-10,000 employees
Job Description
Posting Information
Posting Number
PG195001EP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Assistant Professor
Anticipated Hiring Range
$79,310
Work Schedule
40 hrs/wk
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
160201 - English
About the Department
N/A
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
Will teach ENG 492: Special Topics in Film and Media Studies; ENG 587: Interdisciplinary Studies in English; ENG 592: Special Topics in Film Styles and Genres ; ENG 798: Special Topics in English Studies. Will contribute to the undergraduate and graduate concentrations in Film and Media Studies, as well as to the nationally recognized PhD program in Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media (CRDM). May be able to work from home (several days per week/on occasion) with supervisor approval, but some in-person work on a regular weekly basis is required.
Other Responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Must have a PhD in Film or Film and Media Studies, or an equivalent degree in a related field. Must have demonstrated coursework or experience* with: integrating video production and interactive design, including analog and video games, into research and pedagogy to produce video essays and interactive media to serve as both a platform for original research and a vehicle for accessible pedagogy; leading large-enrollment survey courses (100+ students) including designing modular lesson plans, and facilitating structured group meetings and one-on-one sessions, and shared-experience grading guidelines to ensure pedagogical consistency; synthesizing global research, including translating and analyzing multilingual sources such as interviews, archival materials, and peer-reviewed scholarship to develop comprehensive research and pedagogical frameworks, to enable cross-cultural perspectives on transnational media, including animation and games; publication of at least three peer-reviewed publications over the last five years, focusing on the critical intersection of global popular visual culture, video game semantics, and cultural studies; and expanding career viability for students by programming and producing high-profile professional development events featuring an international roster of artists and industry leaders from the creative industries and museum sectors. [*No specific occupation or amount of experience is required.]
Other Required Qualifications
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
No
Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
11/02/2026
Anticipated Close Date
12/04/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position Details
Position Number
00000751
Position Type
Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0
Appointment
9 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID
160201 - English
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
North Carolina State University
Assistant Professor
Raleigh, North Carolina
New 17h ago5,001-10,000 employees
Job functions:
Remote (US)
Military encouraged
Job Description
Posting Information
Posting Number
PG195001EP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Assistant Professor
Anticipated Hiring Range
$79,310
Work Schedule
40 hrs/wk
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
160201 - English
About the Department
N/A
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
Will teach ENG 492: Special Topics in Film and Media Studies; ENG 587: Interdisciplinary Studies in English; ENG 592: Special Topics in Film Styles and Genres ; ENG 798: Special Topics in English Studies. Will contribute to the undergraduate and graduate concentrations in Film and Media Studies, as well as to the nationally recognized PhD program in Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media (CRDM). May be able to work from home (several days per week/on occasion) with supervisor approval, but some in-person work on a regular weekly basis is required.
Other Responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Must have a PhD in Film or Film and Media Studies, or an equivalent degree in a related field. Must have demonstrated coursework or experience* with: integrating video production and interactive design, including analog and video games, into research and pedagogy to produce video essays and interactive media to serve as both a platform for original research and a vehicle for accessible pedagogy; leading large-enrollment survey courses (100+ students) including designing modular lesson plans, and facilitating structured group meetings and one-on-one sessions, and shared-experience grading guidelines to ensure pedagogical consistency; synthesizing global research, including translating and analyzing multilingual sources such as interviews, archival materials, and peer-reviewed scholarship to develop comprehensive research and pedagogical frameworks, to enable cross-cultural perspectives on transnational media, including animation and games; publication of at least three peer-reviewed publications over the last five years, focusing on the critical intersection of global popular visual culture, video game semantics, and cultural studies; and expanding career viability for students by programming and producing high-profile professional development events featuring an international roster of artists and industry leaders from the creative industries and museum sectors. [*No specific occupation or amount of experience is required.]
Other Required Qualifications
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
No
Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
11/02/2026
Anticipated Close Date
12/04/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position Details
Position Number
00000751
Position Type
Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0
Appointment
9 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID
160201 - English
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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Professor Jobs in Raleigh: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a professor job in Raleigh?
The strongest path in Raleigh runs through its dense cluster of universities, community colleges, and research-affiliated institutions in and around the Research Triangle. Candidates with active research agendas, grant experience, or industry ties to the biotech and tech sectors surrounding Research Triangle Park stand out. Adjunct or visiting faculty roles at institutions like NC State or Wake Tech are common entry points that convert to full-time positions.
Which companies hire professors in Raleigh?
Raleigh professor roles are posted by North Carolina State University and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The hiring pool includes research universities, community colleges, private liberal arts colleges, and corporate training arms tied to Raleigh's large technology and life sciences employer base.
Are there remote professor jobs in Raleigh?
Yes, though remote availability depends heavily on the discipline, with lecture-heavy and lab-based roles remaining largely on-site while certain online program faculty positions are fully remote. About 25% of professor openings tied to Raleigh are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the region's investment in online degree programs. Fully remote roles tend to concentrate in business, technology, and general education disciplines.
How can I get a professor job in Raleigh with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Raleigh is an adjunct faculty position, which community colleges like Wake Technical Community College and Johnston Community College hire on a rolling basis across a wide range of subjects. Corporate training and instructional design roles at Raleigh's technology and pharmaceutical companies also provide a foot in the door. Building a portfolio of syllabi, student outcome data, or published work accelerates the move to full-time academic roles.
Which industries hire the most professors in Raleigh?
The sectors hiring the most professors in Raleigh are Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Raleigh's identity as a Research Triangle hub means academic hiring is closely tied to the region's strength in life sciences, computing, and engineering, driving sustained faculty demand across both traditional universities and specialized professional programs.
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