Adjunct Professor-Humanities

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wilberforce (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an adjunct faculty member at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in English, History, and Philosophy while contributing to the department's mission of academic excellence.

Applicants should possess a Doctoral or Master's Degree in Philosophy, English literature, or a closely related field. The role requires teaching diverse student populations and a commitment to enhancing curriculum delivery.

Qualifications

• Expertise in English literature, philosophy, or American history.
• Evidence of scholarship and teaching experience in the Humanities.
• Commitment to teaching students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Humanities.
• Develop and improve curriculum delivery.
• Engage in department's academic mission.

Skills

Teaching experience in Humanities

Use of technology in instruction

Cultural competency

Education

Doctoral or Master’s Degree in relevant field

Job description

Position Summary

Central State University invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Department of Humanities, covering English, History, and Philosophy. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses and contributing to the department’s academic mission.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses required for the Humanities, including first‑ and second‑year composition, undergraduate first‑year success seminar, critical thinking, Introduction to African American history, and general‑education literature courses.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral or Master’s Degree in Philosophy, English literature, rhetoric and composition, American history, or a closely related field.
• Evidence of scholarship and teaching in the Humanities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Availability for in‑person teaching at Central State University.
• Dedication to excellence in curriculum delivery, development, and improvement.
• Expertise in environmental humanities, legal studies, or medical humanities.
• Experience and interest in teaching students from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to use technology in instruction and student advising.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the role of a comprehensive college in a multicultural setting.
• Evidence of the qualities of character, personality, and competence expected in a teacher.

Posting Details

Posting Date: 05/19/2026
Closing Date: 06/08/2026
Position Category: Temporary
Budgeted Annual Salary: Commensurate with experience

Special Instructions to Applicants

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review. Certain positions may require additional screenings. Failure to complete the required background check or provide accurate information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts