Sociology Adjunct Instructor (Online & In-Person)

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,633,000 - 2,326,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University invites qualified applicants to join a pool of adjunct faculty for Sociology courses for Academic Year 2025-2026. The pool is used as needed, with applications staying active through June 2026; interviews will be conducted for selected candidates.

Responsibilities include meeting course guidelines, timely grading, responding to student inquiries, and teaching one or more sections in the Sociology Department. A master's degree is required; PhD preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in sociology or related field.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• PhD or related doctorate preferred and experience teaching.

Responsibilities

• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines.
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner based on rubrics.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Submit midterm and final grades according to department policy.
• Teach one or more sections in sociology, in-person or online.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in sociology or related field

PhD in Sociology or related discipline preferred

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University invites qualified applicants to join a pool of adjunct faculty for Sociology courses for Academic Year 2025-2026. The pool is used as needed, with applications staying active through June 2026; interviews will be conducted for selected candidates.

Responsibilities include meeting course guidelines, timely grading, responding to student inquiries, and teaching one or more sections in the Sociology Department. A master's degree is required; PhD preferred.