Adjunct Faculty - SPA Dept of Justice, Law & Criminology (Open Continuous)

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 2,900 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

American University seeks an Adjunct Faculty member in the Department of Justice, Law & Criminology to teach in our School of Public Affairs. Courses may be offered on campus and online, with emphasis on practical expertise and scholarly engagement across offered programs.

Adjuncts contribute to curriculum design and deliver high-quality instruction, supporting student success and the university's mission to create meaningful change through research and education.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience at college/university level.
• Ability to develop and deliver curriculum.
• Familiarity with online and on-campus instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach on campus and in online programs in the Department of Justice, Law & Criminology.
• Contribute to curriculum with professional experience and scholarly expertise.
• Engage with students one-on-one and throughout courses.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Terminal degree in relevant field

Significant professional experience

Job description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University

Department

School of Public Affairs

Time Type

Part time

FLSA Status

Exempt

Job Description

We're excited that you are interested in becoming a member of the Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Justice, Law & Criminology. Adjunct faculty are a key component of the university community, enriching the curriculum with their professional experience and scholarly expertise. They play a vital role in every department and program in every school and college at the university, teaching on campus, in our on-line programs, and working with students one-on-one. Please use this job posting if you were directed here via email.

The School of Public Affairs (SPA) at American University has been a hub for policy-related research and teaching for 85 years. Created during the depths of the Great Depression to train federal employees to implement President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's "New Deal", SPA builds a culture of excellence and transforms the student experience through personalized teaching and experiential education; empowerment to conduct and produce research for those who seek knowledge; and ongoing engagement and collaboration between the academic and policy-planning spheres.

Proposed Salary Range

Candidates Without a Terminal Degree

• 1-2 Credit Course: $2,865 - $3,500
• 3-4 Credit Course: $4,725 - $5,300
• 5-6 Credit Course: $4,938 - $8,835

Candidates With a Terminal Degree

• 1-2 Credit Course: $3,414 - $4,000
• 3-4 Credit Course: $5,400 - $6,000
• 5-6 Credit Course: $5,548 - $10,000

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package.

Other Details

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• American University is an E-Verify employer.

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