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Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number
Functional Title
Lecturers/Visiting Faculty/Clinical Faculty
Position Type
Non-Tenure Stream
Position Eclass
TBD
University Information
Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
Lecturers/Visiting Faculty/Clinical Faculty
Position Summary
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
LECTURERS/VISITING FACULTY/CLINICAL FACULTY
The Positions
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) occasionally seeks applicants for full-time, term appointments as lecturers, visiting faculty, clinical faculty (School of Nursing, School of Education), academic professional track (College of Arts & Sciences, School of Music, Theatre and Dance, School of Health and Human Sciences). These are non-tenure-track appointments that include the possibility of renewal based on factors including, but not limited to, continued need, satisfactory performance, and availability of funding. The positions may be day or evening. In many cases, the minimum degree required is the doctorate or terminal degree; the Master's degree may be appropriate in other instances, based on the requirements of the position. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an academic setting that is ethnically/culturally diverse is highly desirable.
For the 2026-2027 academic year, positions in the following disciplines and departments may be available.
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences (UNCG, P. O. Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170)
African American and Diaspora Studies; Liberal & Professional Studies (Liberal & Interdisciplinary Studies, Professional Studies, Religious Studies, International & Global Studies, and Videogaming/Esports); Biology; Chemistry and Biochemistry; Ancient Mediterranean Studies and Archaeology; Communication Studies; Computer Science; English; Freshman Seminars Program; Geography; History; Interior Architecture; Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and American Sign Language); Mathematics and Statistics; Media Studies; Philosophy; Physics and Astronomy; Political Science; Psychology; Sociology, Criminology, and Justice Studies; Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies Program.
Dean, Bryan School of Business and Economics (UNCG, P. O. Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402-6165)
Accounting and Finance; Consumer, Apparel, and Retail Studies; Economics; Information Systems and Supply Chain Management; Management; Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Hospitality, and Tourism.
Dean, School of Education (UNCG, P. O. Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170)
Counseling and Educational Development; Specialized Education Services; Information, Library, and Research Sciences; Educational Leadership and Cultural Foundations; Teacher Education and Higher Education.
Dean, School of Health and Human Sciences (UNCG, P. O. Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170)
Communication Sciences and Disorders; Community and Therapeutic Recreation; Human Development and Family Studies; Genetic Counseling; Gerontology; Kinesiology; Nutrition; Public Health Education; Social Work, and Peace and Conflict Studies.
Dean, College of Visual and Performing Arts (UNCG, PO Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170)
Various needs in art, arts administration, dance, music, and theatre.
Dean, School of Nursing (UNCG, P. O. Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170)
Professional Nursing Education; Advanced Nursing Education and various needs related to nursing education, administration, and clinical practice.
Dean, Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (2907 East Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27401)
Various needs in nanoscience education.
Minimum Qualifications
Is determined by the classification of the position to be filled.
Could be Bachelor's, Master's or PhD.
Preferred Qualifications
Tenure Status
Not on Track
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must indicate in which of the below listed disciplines employment is sought (be specific). Submit a letter of interest to the unit in which you are interested. Please include a curriculum vita and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references. Send all materials to the following address:
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
List the Department name
P. O. Box 26170
Greensboro, NC 27402-6165
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is committed to maintaining a fair and professional hiring process. Employment decisions are based solely on an individual's qualifications, experience, and ability to perform the responsibilities of the position.
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue through November 30, 2026. The applicant pool resulting from this advertisement will only remain active for the 2026-2027academic year. Any applicant interested in a position beyond the 2026-2027academic year must reapply. A similar advertisement will be placed in December 2026for positions available in the 2027-2028 academic year.
Recruitment Range
Varies by Position
Org #-Department
Office of the Provost - 10101
Job Open Date
12/01/2025
For Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
11/30/2026
Open Until Filled
No
FTE
Varies by position
Type of Appointment
Temporary
Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year
12
FLSA
Exempt