College of Education - Part-Time, Fixed-Term Faculty

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

East Carolina University in Greenville, NC seeks short-term, fixed-term faculty for the College of Education to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses (.74 FTE or less). Appointments for one or more semesters during the upcoming academic year.

Minimum education includes a master’s degree or terminal degree in the teaching discipline; additional professional credentials and experience are welcome. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the teaching discipline for undergraduate courses; terminal degree for graduate courses; or alternate professional credentials and related experience.

Skills

Teaching ability

Education

Master's degree in teaching discipline

Terminal degree in teaching discipline

Job description

Position Details

Job Title

College of Education - Part-Time, Fixed-Term Faculty

Position Number

ETCOE 2026

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Department

AAH College of Education

Department Homepage

https://education.ecu.edu/

Advertising Department

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Division

Academic Affairs

Working Title

SHORT-TERM, FIXED-TERM FACULTY IN THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Number of Vacancies

Varies

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

.74 or less

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

Commensurate with Qualifications

Position Type

Faculty (Teaching)

Position Location (City)

Greenville

Job Category

Faculty (Teaching)

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East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The College of Education is comprised of 4 academic departments including Elementary, Middle, and Secondary Education; Educational Leadership and Foundations; Interdisciplinary Professions; Literacy Studies and Special Education.

Primary Purpose of Position

The College is seeking applications for short-term, fixed-term faculty (.74 FTE or less) for one or more semesters during the upcoming academic year.

The College of Education is currently recruiting part-time, fixed-term teaching faculty at the title(s) of Teaching Instructor, Senior Teaching Instructor, Master Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor, Teaching Associate Professor, Teaching Professor, Research Instructor, Research Assistant Professor, Research Associate Professor, Research Professor, Clinical Instructor, Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor.

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Acceptable qualifications include master's degree in the teaching discipline for undergraduate courses; terminal degree in the teaching discipline for graduate courses; or alternate professional competencies and achievements such as related graduate education, related professional certifications, related work experience, honors and awards. All education must be documented from an appropriately accredited institution or certified as equivalent to required accredited education.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

As applicable

Job Open Date

01/01/2026

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

12/31/2026

Initial Screening Begins

01/04/2026

Rank Level

Not Applicable

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/90676

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/TTY) or [e-mail].

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

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