What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor (78585) position at IONA UNIVERSITY?
The History Department at Iona University seeks an adjunct instructor to teach a foundational, introductory course, “Timeless Issues in History," during the fall 2026 semester. The course meets Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, and the description is as follows: "This course will illuminate seven enduring themes of history: (1) War and Peace, (2) Government, (3) Religion, (4) Culture, Ethnicity and Gender, (5) Transformative Ideas and Intellectual Trends, (6) Social Hierarchies and Structures and (7) Trade and Economy. Select eras and societies from global history will be used to exemplify to consider and to critique these themes." The minimum requirement for the positions is a Master’s degree in History or a related field. Candidates with teaching experience and/or a PhD in History will receive greater consideration.
Graduate Course Rates - $1328-$1562 per credit, based on qualifications
Undergraduate Course Rate - $1273 per credit
Qualifications:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Iona/EEO Statement:
Founded in 1940, Iona University is a private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona is a growing, highly accredited institution located just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan, with campuses in New Rochelle, Bronxville, and a new location in County Mayo, Ireland. With over 4,000 students, Iona offers small classes, engaged faculty, and a wide range of programs across the School of Arts & Science, the LaPenta School of Business (AACSB‑accredited), the NewYork‑Presbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences, and the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.
Recognized by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and U.S. News & World Report, Iona is nationally ranked for academic quality, social mobility, and long‑term return on investment. The University’s continued growth and rising reputation reflect its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, service, and opportunity.
Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Iona is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered free from discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.
Salary : $1,248 - $1,531