Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

adjunct professor

noun

/ˈaj.ʤʌŋkt prəˈfɛs.ər/

Definition

an educator who is not a permanent faculty member but teaches on a part-time or temporary basis.

Examples

The adjunct professor taught both introductory and advanced courses in history.
Many adjunct professors hold full-time jobs outside of academia but contribute valuable insights to their classes.
She was hired as an adjunct professor to help cover a temporary vacancy in the psychology department.

Meaning

An adjunct professor is someone who may work at one or more colleges or universities, providing instruction in their area of expertise without the benefits of a full-time position.