Adjunct Instructor - Department of Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies, UMKC School of Humanities and Social Sciences (Continuous Posting)

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 to engage in dialogues on historical and contemporary social dynamics both in the U.S. and abroad, and to identify opportunities for constructive future change. REGS students are enrolled in various majors across the university.

Job Description

The Department of Race, Ethnic, and Gender Studies (REGS) at University of Missouri-Kansas City hires adjunct instructors to teach part-time on topics related to Race, Ethnicity, Gender, Class, and Sexuality.

The position involves teaching undergraduate students in foundational and/or topical courses that help them to understand the 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 may vary depending on the opportunity. The appointment period is for the semester with consideration for reappointment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

A M.A. 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.

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 references).

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

For questions about the position, contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu, including the name of the position.

Official transcripts will be required if a contract is extended.

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

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

For more information about the School of Humanities and Social Services, visit: Home | Humanities and Social Sciences | University of Missouri - Kansas City

To learn more ab out the Department of Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies, visit: Home I Department of Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies I University of Missouri - Kansas City

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/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans

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.