Seasonal Admissions Reader (Adjunct Assistant Professor)
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · North Carolina, United States · 1 wk ago
EducationTemporary
About the Role
The UNC School of Social Work is seeking Adjunct Assistant Professors to serve as Seasonal Admissions Readers in support of the admissions process for both the online and on-campus Master of Social Work (MSW) programs. This is a seasonal, temporary position that requires an average of approximately 5 hours per week during the admissions review cycle. The position is fully remote.
Responsibilities
- Review and evaluate application materials
- Participate in components of the admissions review process
- Make informed recommendations to the UNC Graduate School regarding admissions decisions
- Assist in identifying highly qualified applicants for School-based scholarship and funding opportunities
- Complete structured evaluation forms for each assigned application
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's in Social Work with at least 2 years of experience
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate qualitative and quantitative application materials
- Excellent written communication skills and the ability to provide clear, well reasoned recommendations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive applicant information appropriately
- Strong attention to detail and consistency in applying evaluation criteria
- Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines during peak review periods
Preferred Qualifications
- 3-5 years' experience in areas such as higher education academic and student affairs; teaching graduate-level courses; and admissions and recruitment outreach
- Familiarity with UNC processes and systems (Graduate School, Slate/CRM, ConnectCarolina) and social work as a profession
Position Details
- Position Type: Visiting / Part-time Faculty
- Appointment Type: Adjunct Faculty
- Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time Temporary
- Hours per week: 5
- FTE: 0.125
- Position Location: North Carolina, US
- Proposed Start Date: October 1, 2026
- Estimated duration of appointment: 6 months
- Application Deadline: March 2, 2027