Adjunct (per course) Instructor - History

The University of Illinois System • Springfield, IL

6h

About The Position

The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is seeking an Adjunct (per course) Instructor for History. This position involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in History. UIS is part of the University of Illinois system and is located in the state capital, serving approximately 4,000 students across various undergraduate and graduate programs. The university emphasizes excellence in teaching, a strong liberal arts core, professional programs, and close faculty interaction. UIS is also known for its engagement in public policy and service, and has received national awards for its online learning implementation. Faculty are expected to be committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society, balancing teaching, scholarship, and service for tenure and promotion.

Requirements

• For undergraduate programs: Master’s degree or higher in History or a subfield. If the master's degree is in a different field, a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in History or a subfield is required.
• For graduate programs: Terminal degree determined by the discipline, with a record of research, scholarship, or achievement appropriate for the graduate program.
• Upload a cover letter addressing the responsibilities of the position.
• Upload current curriculum vita or resume.
• Upload unofficial transcripts.
• Complete mandatory annual employee training.
• Successfully complete the Building Digital Community (BDC) self-paced course during their first semester teaching online (for online instructors).

Nice To Haves

• Contact information for professional references will be requested of finalists.
• Official transcripts will be requested of finalists.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in History.
• Complete mandatory annual employee training, including Ethics, and Preventing Harassment & Discrimination.
• For online courses, successfully complete the Building Digital Community (BDC) self-paced course during the first semester teaching online to be eligible for future online teaching.

Benefits

• This position is not eligible for benefits.
• Covered by the State University Retirement System (SURS).
• Will not pay Social Security taxes.
• Earnings will not be on your Social Security Record (Medicare wages will be shown).
• Pension from SURS may affect Social Security benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level