Part-Time Adjunct Instructor – Data Science & Society

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for the Data Science and Society program. This part-time, visiting role teaches a 1.5 or 3 credit hour course under a standard syllabus and uses pre-developed materials.

Applicants should hold a terminal degree in a related field or demonstrate professional expertise, with experience in higher education preferred. Appointment is 1+ semesters, with per-course compensation.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the same or closely related discipline as the course taught.
• In lieu of an earned terminal degree in an appropriate field as described above, instructors may be qualified by professional experience or by a combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow a standardized course syllabus and class plan and use pre-developed instructional materials for each course.
• Effectively engage class members in discussions during class sessions, bringing the instructor’s unique background and expertise to the course experience by helping students apply their new knowledge to relevant, real-world problems.
• Provide verbal and written feedback to students as appropriate and grade student work.
• Support student learning by establishing and communicating regular office hours and responding to student issues and questions related to the course.
• Maintaining regular communications with the Division Chair about students’ experiences, potential barriers, ideas for enhancement, etc.

Skills

Strong communication

Strong writing

Education

Terminal degree in related discipline

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for the Data Science and Society program. This part-time, visiting role teaches a 1.5 or 3 credit hour course under a standard syllabus and uses pre-developed materials.

Applicants should hold a terminal degree in a related field or demonstrate professional expertise, with experience in higher education preferred. Appointment is 1+ semesters, with per-course compensation.