Dr. Leroy T. Walker Professorship Associate Professor or Professor

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East Carolina University ( ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

The College of Health and Human Sciences at East Carolina University is committed to improving the quality of life and health of individuals, families, and communities across North Carolina and beyond. Through its certificate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, the College prepares students to deliver professional and clinical services, conduct impactful research, and develop innovative, real-world solutions that promote healthier lives and lasting positive change.

The College values experiential learning, with faculty and students working side by side in classrooms, clinics, laboratories, and community settings to advance excellence in education, research, and service. Students are empowered to discover their purpose while preparing for meaningful careers that improve lives, strengthen communities, and advance health and wellness in a wide range of professional fields.

INTERNAL POSTING: Open only to applicants currently employed by East Carolina University. Professorship is open only to current full-time members who are tenured and hold the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (excluding those whose primary responsibilities are in administration) in the College of Health and Human Sciences.

The faculty member selected for this professorship will:

1. Lead and promote interdisciplinary research, innovative approaches to instruction, and serve as a resource for others regarding issues related to a) building a more peaceful and better world through sport (i.e. sport for development as envisioned by the International Olympic Committee, United States Olympic Committee, United Nations, World Health Organization, Unicef, etc.) and/or b) the development of athletes from a holistic perspective (e.g. performance or wellbeing) in the Olympic spirit exemplified by Dr. Walker.

2. Engage and collaborate with campus leaders and community members; local, national, and international agencies and organizations; and others with interests related to sport for development and/or an aspect of holistic athlete development.

3. Share the work supported by this professorship with academic, professional, and public audiences. Participate in outreach and donor relations relevant to this professorship (e.g. provide a tour of a lab to a member of the family the professorship honors, include reference to the professorship in professional email signatures and other appropriate contexts, and otherwise represent the professorship in a positive manner).

The initial appointment of the professorship will be for a 3-year term and may be

renewed.

Contingent upon availability of funds.

Associate Professor or Professor with a tenure home in a unit within the College of Health and Human Sciences at East Carolina University. (Associate Professors are eligible to be appointed as a Leroy T. Walker Distinguished Scholar; Professors are eligible to be appointed as a Leroy T. Walker Distinguished Professor)

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In order to apply, candidates must submit the following materials online at www.jobs.ecu.edu:

1. Cover letter addressing position description

2. Curriculum Vitae/Resume

3. A list of three references with contact information.

As part of the screening process, the references provided may be contacted.

At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required.

Applicants must complete a candidate profile by creating an account (see "Create Account" by following link below) online via the PeopleAdmin system (https://ecu.peopleadmin.com)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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 highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.