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San Jose, CA · On-site +1

$27.87 - $42.41/hr

Adjunct/Part Time Faculty (Fixed Term) Grade: NE15 Position Summary San Juan College seeks ... Remote work options for locations outside of the United States are not permitted. The primary duty ...

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How much do remote adjunct faculty jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote adjunct faculty in the United States is $52.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Adjunct Faculty vs Remote Part-Time Lecturer?

AspectRemote Adjunct FacultyRemote Part-Time Lecturer
CredentialsMaster's or Doctorate in subject areaMaster's or Doctorate in subject area
Work EnvironmentOnline teaching for colleges/universitiesOnline teaching for colleges/universities
EmployerHigher education institutionsHigher education institutions
Common UsageAcademic teaching roles with flexible hoursPart-time teaching positions in colleges/universities

Remote Adjunct Faculty and Remote Part-Time Lecturer roles are similar, both involve online teaching for higher education institutions and typically require advanced degrees. The main difference lies in terminology; 'Adjunct Faculty' is often used in universities to denote part-time instructors, while 'Part-Time Lecturer' is a common term across many colleges. Both roles offer flexible schedules and focus on delivering course content remotely.

What is a remote adjunct faculty?

Remote Adjunct Faculty are part-time instructors who teach courses for colleges or universities entirely online, rather than on campus. They typically deliver lectures, grade assignments, and interact with students through virtual platforms. These faculty members often work on short-term contracts and may teach at multiple institutions simultaneously. Their flexible, remote positions allow them to contribute expertise from various locations while supporting diverse student populations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote adjunct faculty, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Adjunct Faculty, you typically need subject matter expertise, a relevant advanced degree, and prior teaching experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, and digital communication tools is essential. Excellent time management, strong written communication, and the ability to engage and motivate students remotely are valuable soft skills. These abilities ensure effective course delivery, student engagement, and academic success in a virtual learning environment.

How do remote adjunct faculty members typically collaborate with full-time faculty and students while working off-site?

Remote Adjunct Faculty members often use a variety of digital tools, such as learning management systems (LMS), video conferencing platforms, and email, to connect with both full-time faculty and students. Collaboration with full-time faculty may include virtual meetings to align on course objectives, share teaching materials, and discuss student progress. Interaction with students usually involves timely responses to emails, participating in online discussion forums, and hosting virtual office hours. Maintaining clear and consistent communication is key to ensuring a cohesive teaching and learning experience despite the distance.
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Infographic showing various Remote Adjunct Faculty job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,920 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Faculty-Adjunct-Online-Public Health

Johnson & Wales University

Campus, IL • Remote

$4.1K - $4.7K/wk

Part-time

Posted 24 days ago


Johnson & Wales University rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 617 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Faculty-Adjunct-Online-Public Health

Apply now Job no: 11183
Work type: Part Time
Location: Non-Campus Location
Categories: Faculty, Academics, Academic Term, Remote

Summary

Delivers relevant course content online from master courses that use a variety of teaching methods and tools. Maintains that students achieve and demonstrate mastery of stated learning objectives.

Essential Job Functions

  • Delivers course content, learning activities and assessments using the university's online learning platform, according to JWU course outlines and online course delivery standards
  • Measures student achievement of course objectives
  • Maintains accurate records of student attendance, academic achievement and performance in accordance with university policies and procedures
  • Posts a syllabus that uses the university-approved syllabus template
  • Responds to requests for information and/or action from students and university administrators in a timely fashion (24 hours or less)
  • Communicates early with any student in danger of failure or in need of individual counseling
  • Refers students to appropriate university resources for information, guidance, financial assistance, career development, etc.
  • Collaborates with instructional support team for online teaching orientation and course delivery preparation
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree in public health, healthcare administration, data analytics or a related field of study from a regionally accredited institution, or other appropriate accreditation as determined by Johnson & Wales University

Preferred Qualifications

  • Doctoral degree
  • Online teaching experience with adult learners

Compensation: $4,100 - $4,700/course dependent on course and degree of candidate.

Benefits: This part-time position offers an employee assistance program benefit. Adjunct faculty may become eligible for paid sick time as required by law. The university reserves the right to modify, amend or terminate any benefit or benefit programs as they apply to any participants, including but not limited to current and former employees. This is only a summary; the full details, which control, are in the applicable plan documents.

Please Note:

This is a remote position limited to residents of the following states: Connecticut, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Rhode Island, and South Carolina.

College/university transcripts are required prior to hire.

By applying to this posting, you are entering an applicant pool for adjunct faculty which will be hired on an as needed basis. As such, not everyone in the applicant pool for this position will be contacted and/or selected to teach.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnic and national origin, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.


Advertised: 14 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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