Part-Time Sociology Adjunct Lecturer

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 8,200 - 9,400; Part time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is compiling a pool of non-tenure track adjunct faculty to teach on-campus sociology courses for Spring 2027 and beyond. Candidates should have sociology teaching experience and be available for in-person classes at Amherst.

Potential courses include introductory sociology, statistics, and topics on race, deviance, and gender. The role involves teaching 1–2 courses, mentoring students, and maintaining FERPA certification each term.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience mentoring/advising undergraduates is preferred.
• Experience teaching Sociology and related courses is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate sociology course(s).
• Mentor/advise undergraduate students.
• Maintain FERPA certification each semester.
• Notify Department Chair within 24 hours of any student concerns.
• Check UMass email every 24 business hours during teaching.
• Respond to UMass student email within 24 business hours.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mentoring/advising undergraduates

Education

Ph.D. in Sociology

Masters with commensurate experience

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is compiling a pool of non-tenure track adjunct faculty to teach on-campus sociology courses for Spring 2027 and beyond. Candidates should have sociology teaching experience and be available for in-person classes at Amherst.

Potential courses include introductory sociology, statistics, and topics on race, deviance, and gender. The role involves teaching 1–2 courses, mentoring students, and maintaining FERPA certification each term.