Adjunct Faculty, Ethnic Studies

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Mills College at Northeastern University in Oakland is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty member to teach INMI 1051: Intro to Ethnic Studies (4 credits) on the Oakland campus for Fall 2026.

Qualifications include an MA; PhD in related field preferred. Responsibilities include developing assignments, syllabus, and course schedule, delivering content via Mills College at Northeastern platforms, holding office hours and fulfilling part-time faculty obligations.

Qualifications

• M.A. required; Ph.D. or doctorate in related field preferred.
• Preference for teaching large groups and students with different needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop assignments, assessments and a course schedule to meet learning outcomes.
• Develop a syllabus and deliver course content using Mills College at Northeastern platforms and facilities.
• Hold appropriate office hours and fulfill part-time faculty obligations.

Education

Master's degree (MA)

PhD preferred

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Ethnic Studies

About the Opportunity

Mills College at Northeastern University is seeking a part-timeAdjunct Faculty member to teach a course in the Intro to EthnicStudies course on the Oakland campus in the Fall 2026 Semesteracademic term. Through its research, teaching, and engagementmissions, the college collaborates across the university, theNortheastern network, and partners around the globe.

Responsibilities:

Mills College of Northeastern University is seeking an applicant toteach the following course:

• INMI 1051: Intro to Ethnic Studies (4 credits)

Responsibilities include: Developing assignments, assessments and acourse schedule to meet required learning outcomes; developing a syllabus; developing and delivering course content using the Mills College at Northeastern teaching and learning platforms and facilities; holding appropriate office hours; completing Heli campus assessment requirements; engaging with departmental and university part-time faculty obligations as required.

This course will be taught in person on the Mills College at Northeastern campus in Oakland, California. The per credit rate is $2,435.76.

Qualifications:

M.A. required, Ph.D. or doctorate in related field preferred. Preference will be given to those in teaching large groups of students and students with different needs.

Documents to Submit:

Up to date CV/resume is required. Please clearly indicate the academic area(s) or courses which qualify you to teach in relation to this posting.

About Mills College at Northeastern University

Located in Oakland, California, in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, Mills College educates leaders who build a socially, economically and environmentally sustainable future for all. Through interdisciplinary programs, innovative research with our community partners, and real-world hands‑on experiences, our students build transferable skills that empower them to challenge the status quo. Our graduates elevate well‑being and economic justice, leverage frontier technology, lead with empathy, create with purpose, and inspire collective action towards an equitable, prosperous, and vibrant world.

Additional Information

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit broadly. Northeastern strives to foster a culture of belonging in the university community.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment to belonging, please see https://belonging.northeastern.edu.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit‑eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement - as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range:

The rate per credit is $2,435.76.

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