Adjunct Instructor (2026-27)

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts for retail

Restaurant discounts

Child care savings

Performing arts event rates

Job summary

UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor to teach selected courses for the 2026-27 academic year. The position requires a earned doctorate or terminal degree in a related discipline, and candidates should have strong communication and writing skills, plus prior higher education teaching experience.

Adjunct instructors will follow a standardized syllabus, engage students in discussions, provide timely feedback, and post grades per university guidelines.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the same or closely related discipline as the course taught.
• Experience teaching in higher education is preferred.
• Strong communication and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Follow a standardized course syllabus and class plan, using pre-developed instructional materials.
• Engage class members in discussions and connect theory to real-world problems.
• Provide verbal and written feedback on assignments and grade student work.
• Post grades in a timely manner and in line with university guidelines.
• Maintain regular office hours and address student questions and issues.
• Coordinate with Associate/Assistant Deans regarding student experiences and course enhancements.
• Deliver instruction in the on-campus setting, with flexible delivery modes as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Strong writing skills

Teaching experience

Higher education teaching experience

Education

Doctorate or terminal degree in related discipline

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis and will be reviewed as teaching opportunities become available, rather than after a fixed deadline. We greatly value our adjunct instructors and strive to accommodate teaching preferences whenever possible. However, please note that course assignments may be subject to change and could be reassigned or canceled up to a few weeks before the start of each semester.

Posting Information

Department

Department School of Journalism and Media - 350100

Application Deadline

Application Deadline 12/31/2026

Position Type

Position Type Visiting / Part-time Faculty

Working Title

Working Title Adjunct Instructor (2026-27)

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Adjunct Faculty

Position Number

Position Number 20074305, 20074306, 20074307, 20074308, 20074309, 20074310, 20074311, 20074312, 20074313, 20052878, 80687341, 80756855, 80760857

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
• 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 UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media is to prepare students to ignite the public conversation in our state, the nation and the world, and to understand the role of communication in fostering democracy. Our faculty, staff, students and administrators work collaboratively to build and foster an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and accessible to people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and beliefs.

The school offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, and administers a variety of professional development and distance-learning programs. Enrollment includes about 1,000 undergraduates and 130 graduate students in addition to professional development and distance education students. Our faculty members are international thought leaders whose scholarly and creative activities are visible and respected in the public realm.

Position Summary

A part-time Adjunct Instructor will teach a class (or a combination of classes) for the Hussman School of Journalism and Media.

Our curriculum, programs and content areas determine teaching needs which will vary by semester. Please visit https://catalog.unc.edu/courses/mejo/ to see the full course catalogue. Please visit http://hussman.unc.edu/careers for a listing of current teaching needs.

• Follow a standardized course syllabus and class plan and use pre-developed instructional materials for each course.
• Effectively engage class members in discussions during class sessions, bringing the instructor’s unique background and expertise to the course experience by helping students apply their new knowledge to relevant, real-world problems.
• Provide verbal and written assignment feedback to students as appropriate and grade student work.
• Post grades in a timely manner and in accordance with university guidelines.
• Support student learning by establishing and communicating regular office hours and responding to student issues and questions related to the course.
• Maintain regular communications with the Associate/Assistant Deans about students’ experiences, potential barriers, ideas for enhancement, etc.

Adjunct instructors teach a variety of instruction modes. The default mode for undergraduate courses is in-person. For courses designated as in-person, class sessions are expected to be taught in-person on campus. For other course modes, such as hybrid or fully online, mode expectations will be discussed prior to the beginning of each semester. University instruction mode expectations can be found online at https://registrar.unc.edu/instruction-modes/ .

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the same or closely related discipline as the course taught. In lieu of an earned terminal degree in an appropriate field as described above, instructors may be qualified by professional experience or by a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

A successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively manage group discussions.
• Strong writing skills, with experience providing feedback on written assignments.
• Significant work and/or teaching experience directly related to the course being taught.
• Experience teaching in higher education.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Department Contact Name and Title Spencer Barnes, Associate Dean of Undergraduate Curricula and Enrollment Management

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Academic Personnel Office at [e-mail] .

Please note: The Academic Personnel Office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Optional and Required Documents

• Required Documents
  • Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

• * Please list any specific courses you are interested in teaching (visit https://catalog.unc.edu/courses/mejo/ to see the full course catalogue). (Open Ended Question)
• * What is your highest degree/degree level?
  • Some High School
  • High School/GED
  • Associate
  • Bachelor
  • Masters
  • PharmD
  • PhD
  • JD
  • MLS/MIS
  • DVM
  • DDS
  • MD
  • Other