Part-time Adjunct Teaching Positions - Program for Leadership Studies

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 2,500 - 4,500; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Morgantown seeks part-time adjunct faculty for its Leadership Studies program. Candidates should hold a master’s or doctoral degree in Leadership or a related field and have effective teaching experience. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses either in-person or online. Applications are accepted year-round as openings arise, with salary determined on a per-course basis. Join a supportive community committed to personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Individuals with a doctoral degree are eligible to teach graduate or undergraduate courses.
• Individuals with a master’s degree are eligible to teach undergraduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person or online courses in the Program in Leadership Studies' undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Courses may include Principles of Leadership, Problems in Leadership, and other topics.

Skills

Teaching

Course delivery

Education

Master’s or doctoral degree in Leadership, Educational Leadership, or closely related discipline

Job description

Description

The Program in Leadership Studies ("https://leadershipstudies.wvu.edu/") at West Virginia University invites applications for Part‑time Adjunct Teaching Positions. Areas of need include, but may not be limited to, courses in Principles of Leadership, Problems in Leadership, and others.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching in‑person or online courses in the Program in Leadership Studies' undergraduate and graduate programs.

Applications will be accepted throughout the year and will be considered as openings arise. Salary is established on a per‑course basis.

Qualifications

These positions require a master’s or doctoral degree in Leadership, Educational Leadership, or a closely related discipline, along with evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level. Generally, individuals with a doctoral degree are eligible to teach graduate or undergraduate courses; individuals with a master’s degree are eligible to teach undergraduate courses.

Please submit via PDF file (a) a letter of application summarizing your teaching qualifications, (b) your curriculum vitae, including professional certifications and professional experience, and (c) contact information for two individuals who can provide letters of recommendation.

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At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work‑life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values – service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation – unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.