Adjunct/Part Time Lecturer; Dance

The University of North Carolina; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is seeking adjunct or part-time faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate courses for a specified semester. These positions are temporary and do not accrue benefits.

Posting dates indicate applications are welcome between October 14, 2026 and January 31, 2027. Qualifications include a doctorate or master’s degree in the teaching discipline (or related discipline) with relevant graduate coursework for undergraduate or graduate instruction.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or master’s degree in the teaching discipline or master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
• Graduate-level qualifications as described for teaching graduate courses.
• UNC Charlotte considers related work experiences, licensure, and demonstrated teaching effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or update course syllabi, prepare lectures, and design assignments and projects.
• Meet all designated class periods and maintain regular office hours.
• Grade student assignments and exams promptly and submit mid-semester progress reports and final grades.

Education

Doctorate in teaching discipline

Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in teaching discipline

Job description

Faculty teaching undergraduate courses: doctorate or master’s degree in the teaching discipline or master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.

Faculty teaching graduate courses: earned doctorate / terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the highest earned degree in the discipline.

UNC Charlotte also considers competence, effectiveness, and capacity, including, as appropriate, undergraduate and graduate degrees, related work experiences in the field, professional licensure and certifications, honors and awards, continuous documented excellence in teaching, or other demonstrated competencies and achievements that contribute to effective teaching and student learning outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities

UNC Charlotte is accepting applications for adjunct or part-time faculty. These positions are temporary and usually involve teaching a particular course or courses for a particular semester. These positions are temporary and do not accrue benefits.

Responsibilities could include: Developing and/or updating course syllabus, preparation of lectures, projects, or other student assignments, meeting all designated class periods, maintaining regularly scheduled office hours, grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner, submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. The chosen applicant is subject to a criminal background check.

Proposed Hire Date 01/11/2027

Expected Length of Assignment Spring 2027 Semester

Posting Open Date 10/14/2026

Posting Close Date 01/31/2027

Posting Specific Questions

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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  • Other
• Where did you learn about this posting?

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Required Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Contact Information for References
• Statement of Research, Teaching & Leadership
• Other Document

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