Adjunct Instructor - History

Dillard University, classified by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education as a balanced Arts and Sciences sciences/ professions institution, located in the culturally rich and diverse city of New Orleans, Louisiana invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Adjunct Instructor of History in the Social Sciences, for the Fall 2026 semester.

A Doctor of Philosophy or Master Degree in History or related filed from an accredited institution is required.

This is a History Adjunct/part-time position. The appointment is effective September 2026. This position reports to the Chairperson of the Social Sciences.

Teaching responsibilities will include up to 9 hours lecture per week.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. The positions begin September 2026.

Dillard University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Office of Human Resources.

Part-time faculty members do not serve as student academic advisors.

Part-time faculty member’s work in classrooms, offices, labs and related venues to accomplish educational and research activities.

Part-time faculty members are not expected to attend and participate in program, school, college and General Assembly meetings.

Part-time faculty members are not required to schedule officer hours; however, they are asked to make themselves available either immediately before or after class for meeting with students.

Communicate with students, staff and colleagues. Read academic texts, emails, materials, student papers, etc. Operate personal computer and audio-visual equipment. Stand or sit for up to one to three hours at a time. Fly or drive to off-site meetings or conference. Move around campus for classes and meetings. Other requirements as specified by a job description.

Each part-time faculty member is expected to stay current in his/her field.

Part-time faculty members may be assigned up to nine credit hours each semester. Part-time faculty members are expected to prepare for and meet their teaching responsibilities for every class.

At his/her discretion, part-time faculty members may participate in activities relating to university programs, courses, governance, etc., or community activities which impact on, or are impacted by, the University and which contribute to the growth and development of student, the university and the community.