Part-Time, Single Term Instructor

Part-Time, Single Term Instructor

The Criminology and Sociology Department in the Levin College of Public Affairs & Education invites applications for part-time single term instructors to teach courses in our undergraduate and graduate programs. The University is opening this posting for the purposes of establishing a pool of candidates, from which to select part-time instructor candidates. Throughout the academic year, individuals may be contacted by the department to further discuss positions available, on an as needed, semester by semester basis.

Service as a part-time single term instructor does not accrue tenure rights. Part-time single term instructors serve by the mutual agreement expressed in each successive contract executed and are engaged to teach at the convenience of the university. A part-time single term instructor shall not have teaching responsibilities exceeding nine credit hours per semester, and no other responsibilities such as to accrue to full-time faculty.

Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in Criminology or Sociology or related field. In rare cases where an exception can be justified on academic grounds, professional experience may be considered in lieu of a master's degree in the field.

Applicant Instructions
- Applications will be exclusively accepted online. Please direct inquiries to Dr. Valerie Wright, Chair of Criminology and Sociology, at atv.l.wright
17. List of documents applicant is required to submit:
1. Cover letter addressing position qualifications
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Names and contact information for two references – references will be contacted via email and asked to submit a letter of reference on the applicant's behalf
4. Unofficial transcripts – optional

Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check. It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expressions, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.