What is adjunct faculty?

An adjunct faculty member is a non-tenure track faculty member at an institution of higher education, working on a short-term and often renewable contract. They typically have the same educational credentials as full-time professors, which include a master's degree or doctorate. In this career, you may instruct at community colleges or four-year universities at both the graduate or undergraduate level. Your responsibilities include designing course curriculum, selecting reading materials, lecturing to students, administering tests and assignments, and grading coursework. Some adjunct professors may become full-time associate professors or tenure-track professors, depending on the availability in your department.