What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct - English position at Western Carolina University?
Adjunct - English
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please attach a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, a list of three references (include the names and full contact information), and unofficial transcripts from your highest earned degree.
For more information, please contact Dr. Annette Debo, Head of the English Studies Department, at adebo@wcu.edu
For more information, please contact Dr. Annette Debo, Head of the English Studies Department, at adebo@wcu.edu
Posting Details
Applicant Documents
Posting Information
| Posting Number | |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings | |
| Classification Title | Adjunct |
| Working Title | Adjunct - English |
| Department | English Studies |
| Salary Range | |
| Position Summary | The English Department at Western Carolina University is looking for a qualified part-time (adjunct) faculty member to teach English courses. |
| Carnegie statement |
WCU embraces its role as a regionally engaged university and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a community engaged university. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to public engagement through their teaching, service, and scholarship. |
| Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position | |
| Minimum Qualifications | Masters degree in English. Degree must be from an appropriately accredited institution. |
| Preferred Qualifications | |
| Physical Demands |
Posting Text
| Open Date | 11/18/2015 |
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| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please attach a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, a list of three references (include the names and full contact information), and unofficial transcripts from your highest earned degree. For more information, please contact Dr. Annette Debo, Head of the English Studies Department, at adebo@wcu.edu |
| 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. |
| AA/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 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. |
Required Documents
Supplemental Questions
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- List of references
- Unofficial Transcripts
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Western Carolina University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color,national origin, religion, sex, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition, Western Carolina University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.