Adjunct - Lake Campus (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Wright State University; Celina (OH); On-site; USD 27,900 - 44,640; Part time

Job summary

A public research university is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach classes at the Lake Campus from Fall 2026 to Summer 2027. The role requires teaching various disciplines on an as-needed basis. Candidates must possess an academic degree above the level they will teach and have a minimum of one year of professional or teaching experience. Demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching is preferred. This position maintains a flexible schedule and adheres to university policies regarding tobacco use and background checks.

Qualifications

• Academic degree one level above the teaching level required.
• Complete at least 18 graduate-level credit hours if teaching outside field.
• At least 1 year professional or teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes on an as-needed basis at Lake Campus.
• Provide instruction in various disciplines.

Skills

Professional experience in subject matter

Teaching experience

Excellent communication skills

Education

Doctoral degree in discipline or subfield

Master's degree for adjunct faculty

Job description

Adjunct - Lake Campus (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Official transcript(s) will be required upon hire.

Position Information

Faculty Rank or Job Title: Adjunct - Lake Campus (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department: Lake Campus Admin

EEO number: 27A035

Position FTE: PT

Salary Band: FA ADJ

Job Summary/Basic Function: To teach classes on an as‑needed basis in various disciplines at the Lake Campus. This posting is for Fall 2026 through Summer 2027.

Minimum Qualifications

• Professional experience or academic qualifications covering subject matter taught.
• Applicant must possess an academic degree one level above the level at which they will teach, except in programs for terminal degrees or when equivalent experience is established. In terminal degree programs, adjunct faculty must possess the same level of degree.
• If teaching outside field of their advanced degree, adjuncts must have completed at least 18 graduate level credit hours of instruction in the field where they teach.
• At least 1 year professional or teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in the discipline or subfield being taught.
• Demonstrated excellence in college‑level teaching.
• Additional preferred requirements may apply. See https://lake.wright.edu/about/employment for details.

Essential Functions and percent of time

Instruction 100%

Working Conditions

Positions are part‑time, non‑tenure track. Hired on a semester as‑needed basis. The Lake Campus of Wright State University is located in Celina, Ohio.

Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.

Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco‑free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Official transcript(s) will be required upon hire.

Posting Information

Posting Date: 02/16/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

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