Adjunct Instructor - ILS

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Information and Library Science to teach live, online, synchronous and asynchronous sessions. The appointment type is Adjunct Faculty and the role is Part-Time Temporary.

The position supports teaching 1.5 and 3 credit hour courses, with compensation of $3,000 and $6,000 respectively per course. Appointments extend for 1 or more semesters at North Carolina, USA, with the hiring range reflecting per-course pay.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 feedback to students as appropriate and grade student work.
• Support student learning by establishing and communicating regular office hours and responding to student issues and questions related to the course.
• Maintaining regular communications with the ILS Division Chair about students’ experiences, potential barriers, ideas for enhancement, etc.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Professional experience

Education

Terminal degree in relevant discipline

Experience with professional background as alternative to degree

Job description

Department: Info and Library Science - 371110

Application Deadline: 09/30/2026

Position Type: Visiting / Part-time Faculty

Working Title: Adjunct Instructor - ILS

Appointment Type: Adjunct Faculty

Position Number: 20078115, 20048363, 20048364, 20048365, 20048666, 20048368, 20057208, 20057341, 80783407, 80783409

Vacancy ID: F003660

Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week: 0.01

FTE: 0

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $3,000 (1.5 credit hours course) $6,000 (3 credit hour course)

Estimated duration of appointment: 1 or more semesters

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

SDIS brings together longstanding excellence in information and library science with leadership in data science, including computational and statistical methods, and societal applications. Home to a top ranked library and information science program, SDIS is recognized for strong teaching, research and service and is the home to the Carolina Health Informatics Program (CHIP) and the Center for Information, Technology and Public Life (CITAP). The School teaches and trains undergraduate and graduate students in data science, health informatics, information science and library science, as well as offers certificates for adult learners. SDIS conducts research and scholarship across the data and information life cycle, with an emphasis on human-centric, ethical and applied approaches. Committed to data, information and AI literacy for all Tar Heels, SDIS faculty are tackling our communities’ most pressing needs and our world’s most intractable challenges.

Position Summary

Adjunct Instructors teach live, online, synchronous and asynchronous class sessions. Key responsibilities include:

• 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 feedback to students as appropriate and grade student work.
• Support student learning by establishing and communicating regular office hours and responding to student issues and questions related to the course.
• Maintaining regular communications with the ILS Division Chair about students’ experiences, potential barriers, ideas for enhancement, etc.

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.

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively manage group discussions.
• Strong writing skills, with experience providing feedback on written assignments.
• degree and experience in relevant discipline

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Significant work and/or teaching experience directly related to the course being taught.
• Experience teaching in higher education.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.