What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor (2025-26) position at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Department
School of Journalism and Media - 350100
Application Deadline
12/31/2025
Position Type
Visiting / Part-time Faculty
Working Title
Adjunct Instructor (2025-26)
Appointment Type
Adjunct Faculty
Position Number
20069091
Vacancy ID
F003279
Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week
FTE
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Proposed Start Date
Estimated duration of appointment
One or more semesters
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The mission of the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media is to prepare students to ignite the public conversation in our state, the nation and the world, and to understand the role of communication in fostering democracy. Our faculty, staff, students and administrators work collaboratively to build and foster an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and accessible to people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and beliefs.
The school offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, and administers a variety of professional development and distance-learning programs. Enrollment includes about 1,000 undergraduates and 130 graduate students in addition to professional development and distance education students. Our faculty members are international thought leaders whose scholarly and creative activities are visible and respected in the public realm.
The school offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, and administers a variety of professional development and distance-learning programs. Enrollment includes about 1,000 undergraduates and 130 graduate students in addition to professional development and distance education students. Our faculty members are international thought leaders whose scholarly and creative activities are visible and respected in the public realm.
Position Summary
A part-time Adjunct Instructor will teach a class (or a combination of classes) for the Hussman School of Journalism and Media.
Our curriculum, programs and content areas determine teaching needs which will vary by semester. Please visit https://catalog.unc.edu/courses/mejo/ to see the full course catalogue. Please visit http://hussman.unc.edu/careers for a listing of current teaching needs.
Key responsibilities include:
Our curriculum, programs and content areas determine teaching needs which will vary by semester. Please visit https://catalog.unc.edu/courses/mejo/ to see the full course catalogue. Please visit http://hussman.unc.edu/careers for a listing of current teaching needs.
Key responsibilities include:
- 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 assignment feedback to students as appropriate and grade student work.
- Post grades in a timely manner and in accordance with university guidelines.
- 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 Associate/Assistant Deans about students’ experiences, potential barriers, ideas for enhancement, etc.
Adjunct instructors teach a variety of instruction modes. The default mode for undergraduate courses is in-person. For courses designated as in-person, class sessions are expected to be taught in-person on campus. For other course modes, such as hybrid or fully online, mode expectations will be discussed prior to the beginning of each semester. University instruction mode expectations can be found online at https://registrar.unc.edu/instruction-modes/.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
A successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively manage group discussions.
- Strong writing skills, with experience providing feedback on written assignments.
- Significant work and/or teaching experience directly related to the course being taught.
- Experience teaching in higher education.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
