Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Assistant University Attorney

Position Number
500008

Vacancy Open to
All Candidates

Department
CHH Office of University Counsel

Department Homepage
https://attorney.ecu.edu/

Advertising Department
OFFICE OF UNIVERSITY COUNSEL

Division
Chancellor

Classification Title
Assistant University Attorney

Working Title
Assistant University Attorney

Number of Vacancies
1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)
1.0

Full Time or Part Time
Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.
$106,605 - $118,450

Position Location (City)
Greenville

Position Type
Non-Faculty

Job Category
Non-Faculty Professional

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Chancellor's Division at East Carolina University encompasses the Office of the Chancellor and the key administrative units, operations and leadership teams that report directly to the university's chancellor. It is the core administrative wing responsible for the overall strategic direction, legal compliance and university-wide communications.

The Office of University Counsel provides comprehensive legal advice and counsel to the chancellor, Board of Trustees, principal administrators and, through them, the university's faculty, staff and students. The office advises on contracts, policies and procedures, regulatory compliance, employment matters, litigation and other legal issues affecting the university and coordinates the university's legal representation with the University of North Carolina System Office, the North Carolina Department of Justice and outside counsel, as appropriate.

Primary Purpose of Position

This position provides comprehensive legal advice and counsel in support of East Carolina University's research, innovation, engagement and economic development activities. Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel and Associate Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs, the position works collaboratively with other attorneys in the Office of University Counsel and with university administrators, faculty and staff, particularly within the research and economic development enterprise. The position advises on research agreements, intellectual property and licensing, industry relationships, sponsored programs, research compliance, international trade compliance, data use and privacy, centers and institutes, nonprofit entities, and related transactional and regulatory matters. The position also serves as an essential member of the Office of University Counsel's Contract Practice Group and provides sophisticated legal analysis, drafting, negotiation and practical risk-based advice with a high degree of independence.

Key Responsibilities Include:
• Provide professional legal advice and counsel primarily in connection with research and economic development activities (45%)
• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on contracts related to research, innovation, engagement and economic development (45%)
• Professional development (5%)
• Other duties as assigned (5%)

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

A J.D. from and ABA-Accredited law school; either a current member in good standing of the North Carolina Bar or eligible for admission to the North Carolina Bar within one (1) year of hiring; and a minimum of one (1) year of legal practice experience.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

1. Demonstrated ability to quickly develop proficiency in unfamiliar subject areas and provide sound legal advice regarding complex legal and regulatory requirements.

2. Experience reviewing and negotiating complex contracts and transactions.

3. Experience providing legal advice to governmental or nonprofit entities.

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

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

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

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.

Job Open Date
09/30/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins
10/15/2026

Rank Level

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/97270