Adjunct Instructor

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 22,320 - 41,850; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional training opportunities for career growth

Retail and restaurant discounts

Savings on local child care

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor for the School of Social Work. The role involves teaching graduate courses in social work, requiring a Master's degree and relevant professional experience. Ideal candidates will contribute to a mission that advances equity and improves lives in the community.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work is required.
• Two years of professional social work experience is required.
• Teaching experience in social work graduate education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more courses in the MSW or PhD programs.
• Provide rigorous and evidence-based content.
• Engage in challenging dialogue with colleagues.

Skills

Direct practice

Community practice

Management

Policy practice

Education

Master's degree in social work

Doctoral degree in social work or related field

Job description

Department:

SW-School of Social Work - 380100

Application Deadline:

04/02/2026

Position Type:

Visiting / Part-time Faculty

Working Title:

Adjunct Instructor

Appointment Type:

Adjunct Faculty

Position Number:

20062922, 20068418, 80766433, 20041791

Vacancy ID:

F003311

Full-time/Part-time:

Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week:

9

FTE:

0.225

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Estimated duration of appointment:

semester

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, improve lives. The School’s curriculum supports the mission and recognizes the uniqueness of the region served, including concerns for disadvantaged, vulnerable, and oppressed individuals, families and communities. Classes provide rigorous and evidence-based content, and give students the opportunity to explore theory, learn intervention skills and engage in challenging dialogue with colleagues.

Position Summary:

The School of Social Work hires intermittent part-time adjunct faculty (Practice) during the academic year and/or summer sessions to teach one or more courses in the MSW or PhD programs. Curriculum, programs and content areas determine teaching needs.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Master’s degree in social work is required. Two-years of professional social work experience in direct practice, community practice, management, and/or policy practice is required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

A doctoral degree or the completion of some doctoral coursework in social work or a related field is preferred.
A professional social work license and/or other relevant credentials are preferred.
Teaching experience in social work graduate education is preferred.
Teaching experience in social work practice courses is preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.