Adjunct/Part-Time Faculty; American Studies Job at University of North Carolina

Position Information

Position Title: Adjunct/Part-Time Faculty; American Studies

Department: College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences (Col)

Work Unit: Interdisciplinary Studies

Location: Main Campus

Employment Type: Temporary - Part-time

Hours per week: Varies

Work Schedule: Varies

Pay Rate: Pay Rate varies

Posting Open Date: 09/23/2025

Posting Close Date: 12/31/2025

Proposed Hire Date: 01/12/2026

Expected Length of Assignment: Spring 2026 semester

Minimum Experience / Education

• Faculty teaching undergraduate courses: doctorate or master's degree in the teaching discipline or master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
• Faculty teaching graduate courses: earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the highest earned degree in the discipline.
• UNC Charlotte also considers competence, effectiveness, and capacity, including undergraduate and graduate degrees, related work experiences in the field, professional licensure and certifications, honors and awards, continuous documented excellence in teaching, or other demonstrated competencies and achievements that contribute to effective teaching and student learning outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing and/or updating course syllabus.
• Preparing lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Meeting all designated class periods.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Submitting completed mid‑semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Teaching a particular course or courses for one semester (temporary; no benefits accrue).

All chosen applicants are subject to a criminal background check and must submit an official transcript of their highest earned degree.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Required Documents

1. Letter of Application / Cover Letter
2. Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Candidate may also submit additional materials such as exemplary teaching portfolio, publications, or letters of recommendation.

Special Notes to Applicants

Please upload the following to your electronic submission:

1. Letter of Application / Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV

Finalists will be subject to a criminal background check and will be required to provide an official transcript.