Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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Position Information
General Information


Position Number 002484
Working Title Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor
Classification Title 9-Mo Non-Tenure Track Faculty
College College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences (Col)
Department American Studies
Position Designation Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per year 9
Primary Purpose of Department
The American Studies Program promotes the academic study of American culture, past and present, through serious intellectual inquiry, a commitment to diversity, and a concern for the education of students across the university. We provide challenging opportunities for interdisciplinary study that enable students to gain important knowledge and skills needed for engagement in a complex, changing world. The American Studies Program is one of the oldest and largest interdisciplinary programs at UNC Charlotte. We offer an undergraduate minor that accommodates a variety of academic majors and that enriches the undergraduate experience of students who desire an interdisciplinary education.
The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences advances the ethical discovery, dissemination, and application of knowledge and creativity, and – by building the academic programs for tomorrow – educates students to be informed, critical thinkers and competent communicators, to work successfully in a world of increasing diversity and change, and to be engaged citizens in a global society.
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Description of Work

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes the differentiation of mission, goals, and objectives inherent in the diversity of disciplines represented by its colleges and departments. Thus, the Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Non-Tenure Track Faculty should be interpreted in the context of the related departmental and collegiate teaching goals.

Teaching – Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to teaching may include but are not limited to: subject matter competence, course design, course presentation, and grading student work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This non-tenure track faculty member will teach four undergraduate courses per semester or the equivalent on a three-year renewable appointment. Course releases may be available for responsibilities such as advising American Studies minors. Although the position will primarily involve teaching and service in the Office of Interdisciplinary Studies, the selected candidate will have their appointment home in one of the fifteen departments in CHESS.
The American Studies Program at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites applications for a non-tenure-track, full-time position as a Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in American Studies beginning August 2024.
Candidates must have a master’s degree or Ph.D. in a social science or humanities field at the time of appointment and provide evidence of ability to teach a diverse student population. We seek candidates with the ability to teach a wide range of courses in the program and experience in interdisciplinary research in American Studies.
Minimum Experience/Education

UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned masters and/or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.
Preferred Education, Skills and Experience
Experience in advising undergraduate students is preferred. Finalists will be asked to discuss how their teaching and advising practices engage students of different ages, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, identities, and abilities, helping to remove barriers to ensure the success of all students regardless of their entry pathway into the university.
Necessary Licenses/Certifications
Special Notes to Applicants
Application. Applicants must apply electronically at https://jobs.charlotte.edu/ (position number 2484) and attach: (1) a detailed application letter responding to the job qualifications and description; (2) a one-page statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy; and (3) a current CV. Additional materials will be requested at later stages of the search. For further information, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Jason Black ([email protected]). Review of applications will begin on February 16, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
Note that the Office of Interdisciplinary Studies is searching for two additional non-tenure track positions this job cycle, including one in Interdisciplinary Studies (position number 6019) and another in Film Studies (position number 3035). We encourage candidates who are suitably qualified to apply for multiple positions at https://jobs.charlotte.edu/.
As an EOE/AA employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte encourages applications from all underrepresented groups. The candidate chosen for this position will be subject to criminal background checks.
Job Open Date 01/31/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Date Review of Applications will Begin 02/16/2024
Proposed Hire Date 08/12/2024
If time-limited, please indicate appointment end date
Contact Information
Office of Interdisciplinary Studies
Fretwell 314
UNC Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223

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