History Adjuncts 2026

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in History or a Master's Degree in History or a related field that includes a minimum of 18 hours of graduate work in History. All degrees must come from accredited institutions. Strong consideration will be afforded to candidates who exhibit a demonstrated record of professional experience and success in undergraduate teaching. For positions that may include online teaching, candidates are expected to demonstrate an ability to successfully structure and implement a distance-education based course.

To offer introductory courses in one or more of the following subject areas: American Civilizations to 1877, Native American History to 1750, Native American History since 1750

The Department of History seeks adjunct faculty to teach introductory courses in the following subject areas: American Civilizations to 1877, Native American History to 1750, and/or Native American History since 1750, starting in Spring 2026. Preference will be given to candidates who have academic expertise and/or teaching experience necessary to offer at least two of these courses.

Interested applicants should submit an online application, cover letter, and curriculum vitae through the UNCP Online Employment System (jobs.uncp.edu). In your cover letter, please address your availability to teach in-person or online courses (or both). Applicants wishing to teach American Civilizations to 1877 should also address their plan to meet the UNC System's Foundations of American Democracy requirement in their course.

Adjunct positions are especially suited for potential faculty who possess terminal degrees in History or have a minimum of 18 hours of approved graduate course work in relevant fields of History. The History Department has a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, and part-time faculty are expected to exhibit and maintain campus and department standards.

Work Location: Main campus of UNCP and/or Online

UNC Pembroke, part of the University of North Carolina System, has a student population of 8000 in various graduate, undergraduate, and professional programs. Originally founded in 1887 to educate Native Americans, UNC Pembroke has grown rapidly in recent years. Southeastern North Carolina offers close proximity to major cities and nearby beaches, and an affordable cost of living. The History Department has a strong record of teaching, publication, and service, and additional information about the university (uncp.edu) is available online.

Prior experience teaching in a higher education environment is preferred.

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.