Lecturer in Interdisciplinary Studies

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a nine-month non-tenure-track lecturer in Interdisciplinary Studies starting August 2027. The position involves teaching core IDS courses online in traditional and accelerated formats, plus one course in the candidate’s area of expertise aligned with a concentration track.

The successful candidate will contribute to continuous improvement of core courses and engage in departmental service.

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

Responsibilities

• Teach core courses for IDS online in traditional and accelerated formats
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to core IDS courses to meet student needs
• Be an active member of the university through service and departmental engagement

Skills

Online teaching

Interdisciplinary teaching

Course development

Education

MA in Interdisciplinary Studies or related field

PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies (preferred)

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Lecturer in Interdisciplinary Studies

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

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

Required Certifications or Licensure

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

Interdisciplinary Studies Programs in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts houses the Interdisciplinary BA and MA programs, the Gender Studies Research Center, and is a hub for the Interdisciplinary Minors in the College. The unit works collaboratively to align priorities around student success.

The IDS BA degree is a rapidly growing major with close to 200 majors across modalities. Students take three common core classes, have three additional core competencies in Critical Reasoning, Intellectual Inquiry, and Global Perspectives, and then choose from one of six concentration tracks in courses across the University. 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.

We have recently launched the program in an asynchronous online accelerated modality where we emphasize authentic student-faculty engagement for adult learners. The primary driver for the IDS degree is to reduce barriers to high-quality, career-relevant education by embracing the range of experiences of our students. We support flexible pathways to graduation through curriculum and modality, always with the student experience in mind.

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.

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