Temporary Faculty (CHSSA) - Social Sciences | Academic Year 2026-2027

University of North Carolina Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned university in North Carolina is seeking temporary part-time faculty for the academic year 2026-2027. The role involves teaching in various Social Sciences disciplines, including Anthropology and Sociology. Candidates must possess either a Master's degree with specific graduate hours or a Terminal degree in the relevant field. This position is crucial for covering teaching needs across departments during the academic periods of Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate course teaching requires a Masters degree.
• Graduate course teaching requires a Terminal degree.
• Equivalent verifiable professional experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach in Social Sciences departments: Anthropology, International Studies, Public and International Affairs, Sociology, and Criminology.

Education

Masters degree with 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline

Terminal degree in the teaching discipline

Job description

Overview

The College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts is seeking temporary/part-time faculty, for the academic year 2026-2027, with the ability to teach in one or more of the following Social Sciences departments and disciplines: Anthropology; International Studies; Public and International Affairs; Sociology and Criminology. The academic year 2026-2027 includes Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027.

Job Details

• Department: College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and The Arts (Faculty Pool)
• Vacancy Number: TE128FAC
• Working Title: Temporary Faculty (CHSSA) - Social Sciences | Academic Year 2026-2027
• Job Title: Temporary Faculty
• Job Category: Faculty/Teaching
• Job Posting Date: 04/01/2026
• Job Closing Date: 03/31/2027
• External Link to Posting: https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/38945

Responsibilities

The College is seeking temporary/part-time faculty, for the academic year 2026-2027, with the ability to teach in one or more of the following Social Sciences departments and disciplines: Anthropology; International Studies; Public and International Affairs; Sociology and Criminology. The academic year 2026-2027 includes Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Undergraduate course teaching: Masters degree with 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

Graduate course teaching: Terminal degree in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

Those with equivalent verifiable professional experience, certifications, and licensures in the discipline may also be considered.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date

04/01/2026

Job Closing Date

03/31/2027

EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex (including 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. UNCW 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.

Number of Openings

Multi-Positions

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/38945