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Adjunct Professor

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill

104 Airport Dr (Show on map)

Jan 21, 2026

Posting Information

Department	Epidemiology - 463501
Application Deadline	01/23/2026
Position Type	Visiting / Part-time Faculty
Working Title	Adjunct Professor
Appointment Type	Adjunct Faculty
Position Number	20074532
Vacancy ID	F003498
Full-time/Part-time	Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week	0.01
FTE	0
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Proposed Start Date	02/01/2026
Estimated duration of appointment	3 years

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit	The Department of Epidemiology is one of the seven departments located in the Gillings School of Global Public Health. The department's primary focus is to the development and application of research methods to understand the patterns and causes of health and disease, and the application of that knowledge to improving the health of populations. We provide strong training in research methods and opportunities for the application of epidemiology to a wide range of health problems through our research. The achievements of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni have enabled us to become one of the leading academic departments of epidemiology in the world. The department has 30 Tenured-Tenure Track / 7 Joint Tenure-Track Faculty, 25 Fixed Term / 3 Joint Fixed Term Faculty, 120 Adjuncts, 19 EHRA Non-Faculty, 15 Postdocs, 34 SHRA (Staff), 44 SHRA Temporary and 202 Students.The department's operating budget is 27 million a year.
Position Summary	The Department of Epidemiology is seeking an adjunct faculty member to collaborate on research projects; mentor students; and guest lecture in epidemiology courses.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements	Doctorate degree in epidemiology, public health, or related field
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Doctorate degree in epidemiology, public health, or related field
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick Link	https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/312164

Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title	Sharon Sullivan, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email	sharon_sullivan@unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Academic Personnel Office at facultyrecruitment@unc.edu. Please note: The Academic Personnel Office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement	The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.