Criminal Justice - Adjunct Pool (Springfield)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Worcester State University invites qualified individuals to join our adjunct hiring pool for future, part-time teaching assignments in the Criminal Justice Department. Adjunct faculty teach 3-credit undergraduate courses, typically at the introductory level, with total credits varying from 3–9. Requirements include a Master's degree (Ph.D.

preferred), college teaching experience, and the ability to travel to Springfield for in-person classes. Distance learning experience is welcome.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; Ph.D. preferred.
• College teaching experience preferred.
• Distance learning experience welcome.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3-credit undergraduate courses, typically at the introductory level.
• Total credits will vary from 3–9 in the day division, DGCE, or a combination thereof.
• Adjunct faculty postings are for potential part-time, non-benefited teaching positions during the 2025-2026 academic year.

Skills

College teaching experience

Distance learning experience

Teaching travel readiness

Education

Master's degree

Ph.D. preferred

Job description

About Worcester State University

WORCESTER STATE UNIVERSITY is a vibrant public university located in the residential west side of Worcester, Massachusetts, the second largest city in New England and home to 38,000 college students at more than a dozen colleges and universities. Situated on a compact 58-acre campus, the University offers 50 undergraduate and graduate academic programs to more than 6,400 students annually. The Princeton Review ranks us as one of the 75 "BestValue" public colleges in the country, as well as a "Best in theNortheast" college. Of the 13 undergraduate public universities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Worcester State University is one of only three to earn the latter distinction, which is largely based on academic quality and student surveys. Our tag line, "Change the way the world works", speaks to our commitment to graduating students who are not only prepared for work or further study, but who also have learned how they can make a difference. With a marketing slogan of "Academic excellence at an affordable price", the University strives to provide the best academic experience to students from all walks of life.

Job Description

The Criminal Justice Department seeks qualified individuals to join our adjunct hiring pool to express their interest in future, part-time teaching assignments at Worcester State. This position will require travel to Springfield to teach in-person.

Adjunct faculty members teach 3-credit undergraduate courses, typically at the introductory level.

Total credits will vary from 3 - 9 in the day division, DGCE, or a combination thereof.

Requirements

1. Master's degree required; Ph.D. preferred.
2. College Teaching experience is preferred.
3. Experience with distance learning preferred.
4. Must have a laptop and reliable internet access.
5. Must be willing to travel to Springfield to teach in-person.

Additional Information

Worcester State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

It is the policy of Worcester State University that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment. Proof of the COVID-19 vaccine is required of all individuals hired by WSU, to be verified after an offer of employment has been made, and as part of the background check process. Prospective employees may submit a request for exemption based on a religious and/or medical basis, to Human Resources.

Application submission to the part time adjunct faculty pool is open to qualified professionals who possess skills, education, and experience in academic and/or professional areas.

Adjunct faculty postings are for potential part-time, non-benefited, teaching positions during the 2025-2026 academic year.

The applicant pool will be reviewed by the department chair, when searching for candidates to fill the position.

Applicants for adjunct positions will not be notified of their status unless they are contacted by the department chair or their designee.

Applicants should withdraw their application from the pool if they are no longer interested.