Adjunct Instructor - Brandcenter

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Virginia is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for the Brandcenter to teach graduate-level courses in brand strategy and advertising. Ideal candidates will possess an undergraduate degree and relevant experience in branding or advertising. This part-time role offers the opportunity to motivate diverse students and contribute to a collaborative educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in branding, advertising, or a related field required.
• Demonstrated experience fostering a respectful and civil environment.
• Prior teaching experience at a university level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level students in brand strategy and related subjects.
• Meet course instruction guidelines, grade assignments timely, and respond to students.
• Submit final grades according to VCU policy.

Skills

Brand strategy

Research

Advertising

Design

Communications

Education

Undergraduate degree

Advanced degree

Job description

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The Brandcenter in the School of Business at Virginia Commonwealth University is recruiting a pool of applicants on an ongoing basis for adjunct teaching positions across our programs. These positions require a candidate with patience, understanding, and an ability to motivate students to a higher level of work. The Brandcenter will contact candidates whose credentials match our teaching needs and available positions and will contact qualified applicants for interviews on an as‑needed basis.

There are multiple offerings to fit students’ unique career goals and we seek adjunct faculty across all programs, including our full‑time master’s program, our new evening MBA concentration in Brand Leadership (partnered with the VCU School of Business), and our new Executive Master’s program (part‑time, online) launching in Fall 2026.

All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

Unit: School Of Business MBU

Department: Brandcenter

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teaching graduate‑level students in brand strategy, research, advertising, design, and/or communications.
• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines, grade assignments in a timely manner, respond to student inquiries within 24 hours, and submit final grades according to VCU policy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree.
• Experience in branding, advertising, or related field required.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to fostering a respectful, professional, and civil environment with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at a university level.
• Advanced degree.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range: Starting at $4,740

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Rank: Instructor

Contact Information: Shannon Wilke, [e-mail]

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part‑time

Job function: Education and Training

Industry: Higher Education