"Adjunct Instructor (Continuous Posting), UMKC Department of Race, Ethnic & Gender Studies, School"

Hiring Department

University of Missouri – Kansas City

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department of Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies (REGS)

The Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies (REGS) department in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers undergraduate students an interdisciplinary education focused on understanding how race, ethnicity and gender are related to group identities and experiences. Our courses prepare students for dialogues regarding historical and contemporary social dynamics and to identify opportunities for constructive future change. REGS students are enrolled in majors across the university.

Job Description

The Department of Race, Ethnic, and Gender Studies (REGS) at University of Missouri-Kansas City is hiring an adjunct instructor to teach part-time on topics related to Race, Ethnicity, Gender, and Sexuality. The position involves teaching undergraduate students in introductory courses that provide a foundational understanding of ongoing issues in these areas. As an interdisciplinary department, the instructors may come from a variety of scholarly backgrounds.

This is a part time, non-tenure track, non-benefit eligible academic position. The number of hours per week vary depending on the opportunity.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

A Master of Arts or Ph.D. in the humanities or social sciences is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching college/university courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.

The REGS Department also values community service/work experience.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity.

Application Materials

Applicants apply at https://www.umkc.edu/. To be considered, you must complete the application including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least five references)

If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu include the Job Identification number 55848 and name of the position.

Official transcripts will be required if a contract is extended.

Application Deadline

Application materials are solicited on an ongoing basis to ensure we have a strong talent pool to source from in the event of a vacancy.

Other Information

Please click on the link to learn more about The Department of Race, Ethnic, and Gender Studies (REGS) ...

https://shss.umkc.edu/areas-of-study/race-ethnic-and-gender-studies/index.html

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.