Adjunct Faculty – College of Business Position Available In Jackson, North Carolina

Adjunct Faculty – College of Business Western Carolina University Commensurate with qualifications United States, North Carolina, Cullowhee 1 University Way (Show on map) Jun 24, 2025 Adjunct Faculty – College of Business Please see Special Instructions for more details. Thank you for your interest in this position. To be considered, you must apply online. Applicant should attach a current resume, a letter of interest, a list of three references (include names, addresses and complete contact information), and a copy of transcripts for highest degree earned. For questions or additional information, please contact Teresa Starrs, Business Officer for the College of Business at tastarrs@email.wcu.edu or 828-227-2887.
Posting Details Posting Information Posting Number Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/3234
Classification Title Adjunct Faculty
Working Title Adjunct Faculty – College of Business
Department Office of the Dean, Business
Salary Range Commensurate with qualifications
Position Summary The College of Business commonly, but not always, has the need for part-time instructors. We invite applications to be submitted for these potential openings.
Applications are continually invited for part-time instructors in The College of Business. The College of Business encompasses programs in:
Accounting
Finance
Economics
Business Administration
Business Law
Sport Management
Hospitality and Tourism
Quantitative Analysis
Management
Marketing and Sales
Computer Information Systems
Entrepreneurship
Project Management Minimum qualifications for teaching in the academic programs are a doctor’s or master’s degree in the teaching discipline or master’s degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). A terminal degree is preferred. Significant business experience may substitute for academic credentials in some cases. These appointments are on a course by course basis. Salary is commensurate with education, experience and discipline. These postings are continuous in order to develop a qualified pool of interested candidates. If your academic area of interest/expertise meets the programmatic needs of WCU at any time, you will be contacted to discuss proposed teaching opportunities. These needs change from semester to semester. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position The College of Business commonly, but not always, has the need for part-time instructors. We invite applications to be submitted for these potential openings.
Applications are continually invited for part-time instructors in The College of Business. The College of Business encompasses programs in:
Accounting
Finance
Economics
Business Administration
Business Law
Sport Management
Hospitality and Tourism
Quantitative Analysis
Management
Marketing and Sales
Computer Information Systems
Entrepreneurship
Project Management Minimum qualifications for teaching in the academic programs are a doctor’s or master’s degree in the teaching discipline or master’s degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). A terminal degree is preferred. Significant business experience may substitute for academic credentials in some cases. These appointments are on a course by course basis. Salary is commensurate with education, experience and discipline. These postings are continuous in order to develop a qualified pool of interested candidates. If your academic area of interest/expertise meets the programmatic needs of WCU at any time, you will be contacted to discuss proposed teaching opportunities. These needs change from semester to semester. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in the teaching discipline or a master’s degree with a concentration in the discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in teaching discipline). All degrees must be from an accredited institution. Preferred Qualifications Terminal degree with eighteen hours in field of specialization. Industry experience or academic experience is also a plus. Physical Demands Posting Text Open Date 11/24/2015
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Thank you for your interest in this position. To be considered, you must apply online. Applicant should attach a current resume, a letter of interest, a list of three references (include names, addresses and complete contact information), and a copy of transcripts for highest degree earned. For questions or additional information, please contact Teresa Starrs, Business Officer for the College of Business at tastarrs@email.wcu.edu or 828-227-2887. Background/E-Verify Credential Verification All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. EOE Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, and veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu. University Safety The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety. Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Resume
List of references
Unofficial Transcripts Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). The College of Business encompasses programs in:
Accounting
Finance
Economics
Business Administration
Business Law
Sport Management
Hospitality and Tourism
Quantitative Analysis
Management
Marketing and Sales
Computer Information Systems
Entrepreneurship
Project Management
Please indicate the area you are interested in. Accounting
Finance
Economics
Business Administration
Business Law
Sport Management
Hospitality & Tourism
Quantitative Analysis
Management
Marketing & Sales
Computer Information Systems
Entrepreneurship
Project Management