Lecturer in Interdisciplinary Studies

University of North Carolina at Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a nine-month non-tenure-track lecturer in Interdisciplinary Studies to begin August 2027. The position features a 4:4 teaching load, delivering core IDS courses online in traditional and accelerated formats and adding a course in the candidate's area of expertise aligned with one of six concentration tracks.

The successful candidate will lead ongoing improvements to core courses to meet student needs and will participate in

Qualifications

• MA in Interdisciplinary Studies, Liberal Studies, or another inherently interdisciplinary discipline at time of application
• At least three years of meaningful experience teaching online, asynchronous, interdisciplinary courses at the University level
• At least three years of direct experience working with adult learners
• Commitment to an authentic student experience in an online, asynchronous environment
• PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies, Liberal Studies, or other inherently interdisciplinary discipline (preferred)
• Experience teaching in an accelerated format (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Teach core IDS courses online in traditional and accelerated formats
• Teach one course in area of expertise aligned with a concentration track
• Lead continuous improvement efforts for core courses to meet student needs
• Engage in service and departmental activities

Skills

Online teaching experience

Adult learners experience

Student-centered pedagogy

Education

MA in Interdisciplinary Studies or Liberal Studies

3+ years online university teaching

Commitment to online, asynchronous environment

Job description

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

Interdisciplinary Studies Programs at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a position as a nine-month non-tenure-track lecturer to begin August 2027.

This position carries a 4:4 teaching load, comprised of the core classes in the program as well as one course in the successful candidate’s area of expertise, which must align with one of the six concentration tracks in the program. The six concentration tracks include: Enterprise and Economy; Global Challenges and Problems; Justice, Social Institutions, and Human Behavior; Artificial Intelligence and Technology in the Arts and Sciences; Interdisciplinary Arts and Humanities and Human Wellbeing.

All core courses for IDS are taught online in both traditional and accelerated formats. The successful candidate will lead continuous improvement efforts to the core courses to meet student needs.

In addition, the successful candidate will be an active member of the university through service and departmental engagement.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• MA in Interdisciplinary Studies, Liberal Studies, or another inherently interdisciplinary discipline at time of application


• At least three years of meaningful experience teaching online, asynchronous, interdisciplinary courses at the University level


• At least three years of direct experience working with adult learners


• Commitment to an authentic student experience in an online, asynchronous environment

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies, Liberal Studies, or other inherently interdisciplinary discipline


• Experience teaching in an accelerated format

College/School Information

The College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts ( CHSSA ) is home to 14 academic departments and offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs including the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, and Master of Public Administration as well as combined bachelor’s/master’s degree programs in Spanish and English. CHSSA also houses the Interdisciplinary Studies program(s), Gender Studies and Research Center and the Academic Resource Center, which offers full-service, professional advising for all CHSSA undergraduate students.

In addition, CHSSA offers a full complement of interdisciplinary minors and post baccalaureate certificates including: Africana studies, American studies, Asian studies, classical studies, conflict management and resolution, emergency and disaster management, forensic science, Hispanic studies, journalism, Latin American studies, medical humanities, Middle East and Islamic studies, Native American studies, professional writing and publishing, science and medical writing, and women’s, gender, and sexuality studies.

CHSSA contributes significantly to the curriculum that comprises UNCW’s University Studies Program, through which all undergraduates gain a foundation in the liberal arts and develop the transferable skills essential for life in the twenty-first century. CHSSA strives in its undergraduate programs and in its University Study offerings to nurture creative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and academic integrity in students while providing them with a solid foundation of knowledge in their chosen fields. Graduate programs in CHSSA are designed to develop intellectual competence and to prepare the student for careers in business, industry, government, teaching or for further study at the doctoral level.

Applied learning is a hallmark of the student experience in CHSSA . Each of CHSSA’s departments requires an applied learning experience as a part of the curriculum for its undergraduate majors. Examples include faculty-directed research, internships, service learning, and capstone courses and projects, all of which challenge students to integrate various strands of knowledge and to apply that knowledge to broader, real-world or real disciplinary situations.

Upon completion of their studies, all CHSSA students will have the necessary preparation for rewarding careers, advanced study, effective citizenship, and meaningful lives. CHSSA offers limitless opportunities to engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research and service while also making a positive societal impact. Come and join our vibrant academic environment that values discovery, innovation, and creativity.

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research, and service. UNCW is distinguished by its commitment to putting students first, supporting world-class faculty and staff, delivering transformative learning experiences, and leveraging its unique proximity to the ocean. Recognized nationally for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and reflects emerging industries and interdisciplinary innovation.

A public institution with nearly 20,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s first bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of \"Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity\" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Founded as Wilmington College in 1947, UNCW moved to its present location in the heart of New Hanover County in 1961. The 660-acre campus is only minutes from Wrightsville Beach and historic downtown Wilmington and features Georgian architecture and designated conservation areas. Wilmington International Airport ( ILM ) provides commercial air service to cities both domestic and abroad and is just six miles from the UNCW campus.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.

Position Type

Permanent

Job Posting Date

10/26/2026

Job Close Date

11/30/2026

College College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and The Arts - 321 College

Dept/School Interdisciplinary Studies - 30340

Vacancy Number 16F-823

Position Number 707

Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus