Adjunct Faculty Position Available In Orange, North Carolina

Adjunct Faculty
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States
about 7 hours ago

Location:

Chapel Hill, NORTH

CAROLINA

Job Type:

PartTime

Deadline:

22 May 2025
Posting Information
Posting Information
Department English and Comp Literature – 311500
Application Deadline 05/22/2025
Position Type Visiting / Part-time Faculty
Working Title Adjunct Faculty
Appointment Type Adjunct Faculty
Position Number 20070485
Vacancy

ID F003328

Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week 6.68
FTE 0.167
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $10,000
Proposed Start Date 07/01/2025
Estimated duration of appointment 6 months
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The Department of ECL is committed to hiring an exceptional teacher/scholar who brings energy and a fresh perspective to their research, pedagogy, and service and who is ready to teach in our Science, Medicine, and Literature undergraduate concentration. We seek candidates who can contribute to UNC’s academic mission as a public institution, especially through commitment to diversity of perspective, intercultural understanding, and engagement with local resources and communicates. We encourage candidates to consult our website to learn about the Department’s curriculum, values, and mission. Candidates working across disciplines are encouraged to . The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship institution of a strong state university system comprising 17 campuses across North Carolina; neighbor institutions within 25 miles include Duke University, North Carolina Central University, North Carolina State University and Meredith College. Chapel Hill is a vibrant college town near the Research Triangle economic hub and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Position Summary This position will teach one course:

ENGL 409.

Lyrics and Lyricists:

A Collaborative Exploration of the Processes of Popular-Song Lyric Writing. 3 Credits. This course is a collaborative exploration of popular-song lyric writing, requiring numerous drafts written to varied existing musical models – narrative ballads; hymns; folk, theater, jazz, art, R&B, R&R, and worldbeat songs, etcetera – to be tried out and worked on in class, as well as in conference.
If renewed, position may also be responsible for teaching other courses in the musical writing track of creative writing major/minor.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Education:

BA in Music or related field

Experience:

3+ years experience writing, touring, and recording with nationally prominent artists
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Ability to record and engineer audio in a professional recording studio; ability to play multiple instruments

Experience:

5+ years experience writing and arranging for recording artists
Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.
Special Instructions Quick Link unc.peopleadmin/postings/300899
Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title Ross V. White/Teaching Associate Professor, Creative Writing Director
Department Contact Telephone or whiteunc
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Academic Personnel Office at facultyrecruitmentunc .
Please note: The Academic Personnel Office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to , including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.