About the role
Posting Information
Department
Data Sci and Society - 371210
Application Deadline
09/30/2026
Position Type
Visiting / Part-time Faculty
Working Title
Adjunct Instructor - DSS
Appointment Type
Adjunct Faculty
Position Number
20078160, 20068944, 20068945, 20068946, 20064764, 20064767, 20064768, 20064769, 20057414, 20057451
Vacancy ID
F003663
Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week
0.01
FTE
0
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$3,000 (1.5 credit hours course) $6,000 (3 credit hour course)
Proposed Start Date
Estimated duration of appointment
1 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 School of Data and Information Sciences (SDIS) was founded in 2026 by joining the School of Information and Library Science (1931) and the School of Data Science and Society (2022). SDIS brings together longstanding excellence in information and library science with leadership in data science, including computational and statistical methods, and societal applications.
Home to a top ranked library and information science program, SDIS is recognized for strong teaching, research and service and is the home to the Carolina Health Informatics Program (CHIP) and the Center for Information, Technology and Public Life (CITAP). The School teaches and trains undergraduate and graduate students in data science, health informatics, information science and library science, as well as offers certificates for adult learners.
SDIS conducts research and scholarship across the data and information life cycle, with an emphasis on human-centric, ethical and applied approaches. Committed to data, information and AI literacy for all Tar Heels, SDIS faculty are tackling our communities’ most pressing needs and our world’s most intractable challenges.
Position Summary
Adjunct Instructors teach live, online, synchronous and asynchronous class sessions. 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 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.
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.
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.
- Degree and experience in relevant discipline
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- 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.
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