Adjunct Faculty - History

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Boston, MA Posted:

May 7, 2026

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Part-time Position ID:

200280

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Job Description:

The History department is looking for an adjunct instructor to teach one section of the following Fall 2026

History Course:

Hist 1111:

Travelling East:

An Introduction to East Asian History This course seeks to prepare students with a global perspective on the development of historical narratives in East Asia. It introduces key themes in Modern East Asian history including, the dissemination of classic philosophies, the development of polities and economic systems, food traditions, and other cultural features. East Asia commonly means China, Japan and Korea, but this course also examines other locations in Asia such as India, Vietnam, Singapore, and Thailand. Lastly, the course examines the interactions between East Asia with the rest of the world as well as intra East Asian relations from approximately 1600 C.E. to 2000 C.E. This course meets Tu/Th 4:30-5:45PM and the semester runs September 2nd through December 16th, 2026.

Requirements:

Candidates should possess a Master's degree in history or a related field and demonstrate a record of, or promise of successful teaching at the college level.

Additional Information:

Emmanuel College values a welcoming and supportive community for all. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices based on qualifications and experience. Unless otherwise stated above, this is an on-campus position. This is not a remote or hybrid position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community. The posted salary range reflects the good-faith compensation estimate for this position. The actual pay offered will be based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity factors. $4,950-$5,500 per course

Application Instructions:

A complete application must include a cover letter, resume, a statement of purpose, and contact information for three references. In your statement of purpose, please describe how your values, experiences, and professional goals align with Emmanuel College's mission to educate and inspire students in the spirit of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, who are committed to social justice, human dignity, and transformative education for all.