Temporary Faculty; Honors College Academic Year 2026-2027 Pooled Template

Temporary Faculty (Honors College) Academic Year

Department: Honors College - 33100

Vacancy Number: TE134FA
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Job Category: Faculty/Teaching

Brief Summary of Work: The Honors College is seeking temporary/part‑time faculty for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 academic terms to teach Honors University Studies courses. Part‑time faculty typically teach one course per semester.

Responsibilities:

• Teach Honors University Studies courses in a seminar format encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, faculty‑student interaction, and experiential learning.
• Deliver content appropriate for either 1‑credit or 3‑credit courses (e.g., HON 110, HON 210/211/212, HON 120/121, HON 191, HON 399).
• Use primary sources, laboratory work, field work, or projects to provide unique learning experiences.

Minimum

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate credits in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution.
• Equivalent verifiable professional experience, certifications, or licensure may also be considered.

Preferred Education, Knowledge,

Skills & Experience:

(none specified)

Required Certifications or Licensure: (none specified)

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit: The UNCW Honors College offers student‑centered seminars to high‑ability undergraduates, emphasizing student‑led discussions, creative research projects, and applied knowledge.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to teach that is assigned by meeting credentialing requirements via official transcripts. This is a temporary position with the possibility of continuation.

Benefits: Temporary employees are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to Affordable Care Act guidelines.

Eligibility for Employment: Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks, and some vacancies may require credit or motor‑vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify identity and employment eligibility.

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