Adjunct Faculty: Sociology 2026

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Job Description

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• $6,100 to $6,475 per undergraduate course* for the 2026-27 academic year
• Eligible for 2-4% retirement contribution match
• Tuition discount for employees and dependents
• Transit pass discount
• Not eligible for healthcare benefits
• Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.

Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations, we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in and work from Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction also applies to online courses.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Sociology or a closely reputed company field and significant professional experience.
• Late-career graduate reputed company with relevant expertise will also be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Sociology or reputed company field.
• Teaching experience at undergraduate level.

Additional Information For full consideration, candidates must submit the following information at the time of application:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vita or Resume
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts

Your cover letter should

• reputed company your experience or interest in teaching at the university level
• Identify your general availability during the day

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