Adjunct Lecturer or Adjunct Assistant Professor - African American Studies

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 154,980 - 166,455; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension and retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A major educational institution in New York is seeking part-time instructors for the African American Studies Department for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Ph.D. degree in relevant fields and demonstrate a strong ability to teach. Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred. Compensation includes $112.50/hr for Adjunct Lecturers and $120.83/hr for Adjunct Assistant Professors, alongside a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Adjunct Lecturer requires a Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• Adjunct Assistant Professor requires a Ph.D. or equivalent education.
• Preferred: master's degree and prior college-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the African American Studies Department for Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027.
• Utilize an interdisciplinary approach to teaching.
• Provide mentoring and support for research.

Skills

Teaching ability

Interdisciplinary approach

Education

Bachelor's degree

Ph.D. or equivalent

Job description

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

New York City College of Technology (City Tech) of the City University of New York (CUNY) is a comprehensive college offering associate and bachelor’s degree programs in downtown Brooklyn.

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

New York City College of Technology (City Tech) of the City University of New York (CUNY) is a comprehensive college offering associate and bachelor’s degree programs in downtown Brooklyn.

The African American Studies Department seeks instructors to teach courses for the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semesters. Instructors with expertise in music, art, history, theater, literature, and/or media are especially urged to apply. An interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning is expected.

Qualifications

Adjunct Lecturer:

Bachelor's degree in area(s) of expertise, and the ability to teach successfully.

Adjunct Assistant Professor

Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent. Also required is the ability to teach successfully.

Preferred Qualifications

For Adjunct Lecturer, a master’s degree is preferred.

Preference will be given to applicants with prior college-level teaching experience within the same discipline.

Compensation

Adjunct Lecturer: $112.50/hr

Adjunct Assistant Professor: $120.83/hr

• Salaries for eligible employees will be adjusted by 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.
  
  

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

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Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled, with review of applications to begin immediately.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 31892

Location: NYC College of Technology

Job Type: Part-Time