Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy & Religious Studies
• 55000166
- Radford, Virginia, United States
- Provost-E&G
- Academic Affairs
- Instructional / Teaching Faculty
- Faculty (Adjunct/ Wage)
- Radford University
Title: Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy & Religious Studies Application Review Date: Ongoing review Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Job Description
The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies seeks qualified applicants to teach undergraduate courses on an as-needed basis in either philosophy or religious studies. Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies teach undergraduate courses according to their areas of expertise that support the department's undergraduate major program, one or more of the department's five undergraduate minors, and that support the university's general education curriculum. The availability of course assignments for Adjunct Faculty and the specific types of courses vary from semester to semester.
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: Teaching experience desirable; Strong communication skills; Experience assessing classes; Classroom management skills. 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 Employment Conditions: Is this position Grant Funded: No Is this position restricted: No Is this position eligible for telework: Yes Hours Per Week: Months per Year: Statement of Economic Interest Required: No FLSA Status: Exempt Work Classification: Adjunct Faculty Normal Work Schedule: As assigned. Possible nights and weekends. Employee Classification: Part-time Teaching Department: Philosophy & Religion, Dept of Salary: Based on credit hours per course Department Contact Name: Geoffrey Pollick Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5213 Department Contact Email: [email protected] 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. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job