Wingate Online - Adjunct Faculty, Sociology

Position Summary:

The Wingate University Online program seeks qualified adjunct instructors to teach online undergraduate sociology courses. Adjunct faculty play a vital role in delivering high-quality, accessible education to a diverse student population and are expected to maintain the academic standards and professional conduct consistent with the university's mission.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Facilitate engaging, well-organized online courses in accordance with the course syllabus and Wingate Online guidelines
• Maintain a visible, responsive presence in the learning management system (LMS), including timely feedback on assignments and regular communication with students
• Post and adhere to grading turnaround times as established by the Office of Online Education
• Hold virtual office hours or provide equivalent availability for student support
• Uphold academic integrity policies and report violations as required
• Participate in required faculty orientations, trainings
• Alignment with University mission, vision, and strategic roadmap
• Other job duties/responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree in Sociology or a closely related field required; a bachelor's degree with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience may be considered
• Specialization in one or more of the following areas: social inequality, race and ethnicity, research methods, social theory, urban sociology, medical sociology/sociology of health and illness
• Experience with online instruction and familiarity with LMS platforms (e.g., Canvas)
• Prior teaching experience at the college level preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to serving diverse student populations

In addition to completing your application, please upload the following documents onto the application: current curriculum vitae, a letter of application with documented professional experience and reasons for interest in the position, names and full contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references.