Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy & Religion

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC is seeking qualified part-time adjunct faculty to enhance its academic programs. Appointments are on a course-by-course basis, with salaries commensurate with education and experience.

Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in the teaching discipline (or concentration) with 18 graduate hours; a terminal degree is preferred. Open postings are ongoing; apply online with a letter of intent, CV, and three references.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a 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 the teaching discipline.
• Degree must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
• A terminal degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on a course-by-course basis to support academic programs.
• Contribute to curriculum development and student assessment.

Education

Master’s degree in the teaching discipline

Master’s degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline

Terminal degree preferred

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Interested candidates must apply online.
Please attach a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references (include the names and full contact information).

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. A previous criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration for employment. However, failure to provide complete and accurate information will be considered "falsification" and applicants will be removed from consideration.
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.

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).
Degree must be from an appropriately accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

A terminal degree is preferred.

Physical Demands

Posting Text

Open Date

Open Date 11/12/2015

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested candidates must apply online.
Please attach a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references (include the names and full contact information).

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. A previous criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration for employment. However, failure to provide complete and accurate information will be considered "falsification" and applicants will be removed from consideration.
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.

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

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of references
• Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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