Adjunct-Anthropology and Sociology

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 12,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Carolina University is seeking qualified part-time (adjunct) faculty to support its academic programs. Appointments are offered on a course-by-course basis, and salary is commensurate with education, experience and discipline.

These postings are continuous to build a pool of qualified candidates who may be contacted if needs arise. Minimum qualifications include a doctorate or master's degree in the teaching discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline; a

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a doctor’s or master’s degree in the teaching discipline.
• At least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
• A terminal degree is preferred.

Skills

Doctorate or Master's in teaching

18 graduate hours

Terminal degree preferred

Education

Doctorate or Master's in teaching discipline

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Western Carolina University is always looking for qualified part-time (adjunct) faculty to enhance its academic programs. Minimum qualifications for teaching in the academic programs are a doctor's or master's degree in the teaching discipline or master's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). A terminal degree is preferred. These appointments are on a course by course basis. Salary is commensurate with education, experience and discipline. These postings are continuous in order to develop a qualified pool of interested candidates. If your academic area of interest/expertise meets the programmatic needs of WCU at any time, you will be contacted to discuss proposed teaching opportunities. These needs change from semester to semester.

Western Carolina University is always looking for qualified part-time (adjunct) faculty to enhance its academic programs. Minimum qualifications for teaching in the academic programs are a doctor’s or master’s degree in the teaching discipline or master’s degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). A terminal degree is preferred. These appointments are on a course by course basis. Salary is commensurate with education, experience and discipline. These postings are continuous in order to develop a qualified pool of interested candidates. If your academic area of interest/expertise meets the programmatic needs of WCU at any time, you will be contacted to discuss proposed teaching opportunities. These needs change from semester to semester.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in the teaching discipline or a master’s degree with a concentration in the discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in teaching discipline).

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

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Open Date

Open Date 11/18/2015

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Western Carolina University is always looking for qualified part-time (adjunct) faculty to enhance its academic programs. Minimum qualifications for teaching in the academic programs are a doctor’s or master’s degree in the teaching discipline or master’s degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). A terminal degree is preferred. These appointments are on a course by course basis. Salary is commensurate with education, experience and discipline. These postings are continuous in order to develop a qualified pool of interested candidates. If your academic area of interest/expertise meets the programmatic needs of WCU at any time, you will be contacted to discuss proposed teaching opportunities. These needs change from semester to semester.

Background/E-Verify

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts
• List of references

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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