Adjunct Instructor

Position: Adjunct Instructor (2026 - 27)
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 Information and Library Science (SILS) seeks to advance the profession and practice of librarianship and information science, to prepare students for careers in the field of information and library science, and to make significant contributions to the study of information. We educate innovative and responsible thinkers who will lead the information professions. These future leaders will be equipped to discover principles and impacts of information, create systems, techniques, and policies to advance information processes and services, and advance information creation, access, use, management and stewardship to improve the quality of life for local, national, and global communities.

The School's programs are among the top ranked by the US News and World Report, and the School is internationally known for its outstanding research, teaching, and service. We offer multiple Bachelor, Masters, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees as well as a variety of dual degree, professional, certificate and online programs for personal enrichment at any stage of a students' academic career ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

We are a proud interdisciplinary campus partner leading the Carolina Health Informatics Program (CHIP);
Center for Information, Technology, and Public Life (CITAP); and The Knowledge Trust. We have proudly staffed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Library since 1975.

The Carolina Health Informatics Program (CHIP) is an interdisciplinary research and training program that plays a key role in fulfilling UNC-Chapel Hill's commitment to improving human health through health informatics research, data sharing, development, and education. We draw faculty, health care professionals, and students from across the UNC campus to conduct basic and translational research and to offer graduate training in health informatics for scientists across the disciplines and for clinicians in medicine, nursing, public health, dentistry, and pharmacy.

The Center for Information, Technology, and Public Life (CITAP) is a research center dedicated to understanding the growing impact of the internet, social media, and other forms of digital information sharing in the context of the people who design, use, and govern them. CITAP conducts original research that illuminates how people, technology, and power intersect. Our topics of study include: how inequalities are coded into new technology systems, networked communities and how people come together online, platform governance, and identity and disinformation.

We take a holistic approach grounded in history, society, culture, and politics to the study of technology platforms and information systems.

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 Associate Dean for Academic Affairs 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…