Job Description
The Virginia Commonwealth University College of Humanities and Sciences is recruiting a pool of adjunct faculty through June 30, 2026, for course sections within the English Department in the areas of Writing, Creative Writing, Linguistics, Literature and Film. This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active until June 30, 2026; you may resubmit your application for subsequent years. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Position duties include: • Meet all designated course instruction guidelines. • Grade assignments and exams promptly based on instructions/rubric provided. • Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours. • Submit final grades according to College/Department policy
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree in a related field with experience and specialized expertise directly related to the position.
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a member of VCU.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. or another doctoral degree in a related discipline or directly related to the position is highly preferred.
Previous experience teaching courses within the Department of English curriculum. Demonstrated teaching experience.