Title: Adjunct Faculty - Political Science

Application Review Date: Continuous

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

The successful applicant will become part of the Political Science Department adjunct pool and may have opportunities to teach additional courses in this and/or other areas depending on department needs.

Required Qualifications

All faculty must have earned at least a Master’s degree in the field/discipline in which they are teaching, with 18 credit hours of coursework related to the course(s) being taught.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants able to teach Public Administration and Public Policy.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must submit an unofficial copy of transcripts of post secondary course work with their applications. 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 courses work will be required upon selection for hire. Send official transcripts directly to the Office of the Provost. Attn: Transcript/clerk coordinator, Campus P.O. Box 6910, Radford University, Radford VA24142. Adjunct instructors must attend a scheduled adjunct orientation as offered upon appointment. Required documents: 1. Cover letter/letter of application 2. Current CV 3.Transcripts- graduate level

Employment Conditions: Adjunct faculty must hold an advanced degree or equivalent credentials based on experience consistent with accreditation criteria of the discipline and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). All faculty must have earned at least a Master’s degree in the field/discipline in which they are teaching, with 18 credit hours of coursework related to the course(s) being taught.

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: Teaching & Research Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: As assigned. Possible nights and weekends.

Employee Classification: Part-time Teaching

Department: Political Science, Dept of

Salary: Stipend based on credit hour(s).

Department Contact Name: Dr. Chapman Rackaway

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-6602

Department Contact Email: crackaway@radford.edu

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.