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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, improve lives. The School’s curriculum supports the mission and recognizes the uniqueness of the region served, including concerns for disadvantaged, vulnerable, and oppressed individuals, families and communities. Classes provide rigorous and evidence-based content, and give students the opportunity to explore theory, learn intervention skills and engage in challenging dialogue with colleagues.
Position Summary
The Adjunct Assistant Professor (RiseWell Curriculum Designer) will support the development of the RiseWell intervention curriculum by designing engaging, interactive, and developmentally appropriate instructional materials for eighth-grade students. Utilizing the RiseWell intervention framework, core content, theoretical foundations, and lesson scaffolding established by the project team, this position will translate research-informed learning objectives into student-centered lessons and activities that promote mental health, substance use prevention, skill development, and self-reflection.
Working under the direction of the Project Director and in collaboration with project leadership, scientific teams, advisory councils, school partners, and other stakeholders, the Adjunct Assistant Professor will develop a comprehensive curriculum package consisting of approximately ten 45-minute lessons, facilitator guides, student materials, instructional activities, and supporting educational resources. Responsibilities include creating culturally responsive and inclusive curriculum content, designing visually engaging instructional materials, incorporating stakeholder feedback, and ensuring all lessons align with project objectives and are practical for implementation in middle school settings.
The position will contribute expertise in curriculum design, instructional development, and educational engagement strategies to ensure the RiseWell program is cohesive, evidence-informed, and ready for pilot implementation, evaluation, and future refinement. Final deliverables will include a complete facilitator guide with detailed lesson plans, activity instructions, scripted content, student-facing materials, and ten corresponding PowerPoint presentations that support effective and consistent program delivery.
This Adjunct Assistant Professor is a position for an individual to conduct research projects for Dr. Trenette Goings, Sandra Reeves Spears and John B. Turner Distinguished Professor at UNC School of Social Work.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant research experience.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Relevant research experience.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
