Adjunct-School of Communication

Radford University; Radford, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 1,784,000 - 5,352,000; Part time

Job summary

Radford University is seeking adjunct instructors for the School of Communication on the Radford City campus. Appointments are three-year terms with no tenure and no guaranteed course assignments. Eligible candidates may renew by the Dean’s approval and are expected to teach as needed.

Applicants should have a Master’s degree with related coursework (18 hours) and be prepared to teach in person, daytime or evenings. Official transcripts are required later in the process.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the field with 18 hours of related coursework; substitution possible for significant experience per Provost approval.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Master’s degree + 18 credit hours related coursework

Job description

Title: Adjunct-School of Communication

Application Review Date: Ongoing review

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty positions supplement the faculty of a department wherever additional faculty are needed. Adjunct faculty hold three year appointments, as defined by their letter of appointment without eligibility for tenure; where authorized by the Dean, adjunct appointments may be renewed. Adjunct appointments do not guarantee course assignments.

Required Qualifications

All faculty must have at least a Master’s degree in the field/discipline in which they are teaching with 18 hours of course work related to the course(s) being taught. In some cases, subject to the approval by the Provost, a faculty member could be recommended for appointment based on substitution of significant experience for the degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates who are able to teach in person, daytime or evening.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must submit an unofficial copy of transcripts of post-secondary course work with the application. If the applicant’s official transcripts are on file in the Office of the Provost, a statement indicating such, must be submitted in lieu of the documents with the application. Official transcripts of all post-secondary course work will be required upon selection for hire.

Official transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of the Provost, Attention: Transcript Clerk/Coordinator, Campus P. O. Box 6910, Radford University, Radford, VA 24142

Adjunct instructors must attend a scheduled adjunct orientation as offered upon appointment. Orientation date and time will be announced.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Employee Classification: Part-time Teaching

Department: Communication, School of

Salary: $1,295.00 (1credit hour) to $3,885.00 (3 credit hours)

Department Contact Name: Ann Cox

Department Contact Phone: [phone]

Department Contact Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.