Social Work Faculty Adjunct Pool 2022-2023

Established in 1887 as a school for the education of American Indians, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke serves a distinctly diverse student body and encourages inclusion and appreciation of the values of all people. Located in the heart of Pembroke, N.C., UNCP boasts an enrollment of 8,200 in 41 undergraduate and 18 graduate programs and offers a personalized learning environment where faculty and staff are dedicated to engaged scholarship, high academic standards, creative activity and public service. Spread over 281 acres, the campus offers a sense of community and belonging­–a place where faculty and staff feel supported, take pride in the university’s mission, and are devoted to excellence in teaching, learning and research, and to developing leaders who make a difference in their communities.

The Social Work Department at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke seeks to establish a pool of qualified adjunct instructors for the upcoming academic year.

Specific Job Responsibilities:
• Plan course instruction according to approved syllabus
• Hold classes as scheduled, and complete all class-related activities in a timely manner
• Maintain effective and timely communication with students and faculty
• Adhere to university policies and procedures

Applicants who seek to teach in the MSW Program must have a Ph.D. in Social Work or closely related field from an accredited university/institution. Applicants who seek to teach practice courses must have at least, two years post-MSW professional social work experience. Applicants who seek to teach online classes must have online teaching experience or be willing to complete online teaching training conducted by the university. Candidates who have completed closely related masters or doctoral degree (e.g., counselling, mental health, family and marriage therapy, creative art therapy, substance abuse, psychology, psychiatry, etc.) and who have substantial professional/practice experience may be considered for elective and special topic courses.

Submission of Application:
Submit all the required documents listed below:
• A cover letter (must include UNCP Social Work Department course(s) you seek to teach)
• A current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts of all college degrees completed

UNCP is a master’s level degree-granting university and one of 17 schools that comprise the University of North Carolina system. The UNCP main campus is in Pembroke, N.C. a quiet, safe community within 15 minutes from Lumberton, N.C. Located just off Interstate 95 and Interstate 74 at the mid-point between Boston and Miami, the campus is convenient to all major metro areas of the Carolinas as well as world famous beaches and resorts. UNCP is a dynamic educational institution committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:  Master of Social Work degree from an accredited university/institution. Applicants who seek to teach in the MSW Program must have a Ph.D. in Social Work or closely related field from an accredited university/institution. Applicants who seek to teach practice courses must have at least, two years post-MSW professional social work experience. Applicants who seek to teach online classes must have online teaching experience or be willing to complete online teaching training conducted by the university. Candidates who have completed closely related masters or doctoral degree (e.g., counselling, mental health, family and marriage therapy, creative art therapy, substance abuse, psychology, psychiatry, etc.) and who have substantial professional/practice experience may be considered for elective and special topic courses.

Management Preferences:    Applicants who seek to teach in the MSW Program must have a Ph.D. in Social Work or closely related field from an accredited university/institution. Applicants who seek to teach practice courses must have at least, two years post-MSW professional social work experience. Applicants who seek to teach online classes must have online teaching experience or be willing to complete online teaching training conducted by the university. Candidates who have completed closely related masters or doctoral degree (e.g., counselling, mental health, family and marriage therapy, creative art therapy, substance abuse, psychology, psychiatry, etc.) and who have substantial professional/practice experience may be considered for elective and special topic courses.

Special Instructions to Applicants:  This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process. 

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.