On-Campus Research Fellow & Instructor, Part-Time

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty University, Inc. is seeking a part‑time Research Fellow to work on campus, conducting independent research and supporting teaching activities.

The role supports the Dean, Department Chair, or Professor, with responsibilities including publishing, presenting at conferences, and mentoring students. Graduate students or doctoral candidates will prepare course materials, deliver lectures, and manage assignments.

Qualifications

• Must be accepted into, or currently enrolled in a doctorate program by the start date.
• Must have 18 graduate credits completed in a related subject field in order to teach courses.
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Enrolled in a doctorate program and have previous teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Research academic topics to publish peer‑reviewed journal articles under mentor.
• Present research at regional, national and/or international conferences.
• Prepare articles, reports, and presentations for sponsors.
• May teach undergraduate courses and prepare course material.
• Maintain regular office hours and communicate with students via email/Canvas.
• Assist with administrative tasks and adhere to university policies.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Doctorate program enrollment

Graduate credits completed (18)

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Liberty University, Inc. is seeking a part‑time Research Fellow to work on campus, conducting independent research and supporting teaching activities.

The role supports the Dean, Department Chair, or Professor, with responsibilities including publishing, presenting at conferences, and mentoring students. Graduate students or doctoral candidates will prepare course materials, deliver lectures, and manage assignments.