Adjunct Faculty - UNIV

Position: Adjunct Faculty - UNIV 100 / 150

Title

Adjunct Faculty - UNIV 100 / 150

Application Review Date

Continuous

Work Location

Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

The chief objective of this position is to provide faculty instruction for courses UNIV 100 / 150. UNIV 100 / 150 Faculty Instructors play a vital role in supporting first‑year student success and transition to university life. This position involves co‑teaching a first‑year seminar course alongside a trained student Peer Instructor. Faculty Instructors provide guidance, mentorship, and academic instruction to help students develop essential skills such as time management, critical thinking, academic resilience, and engagement with campus resources.

Instructors foster a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment while modeling strong academic and professional behaviors. They collaborate closely with campus partners, attend required training sessions, and participate in ongoing course improvement efforts. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ academic journeys during a critical transition period.

Required Qualifications

All UNIV 100 / 150 faculty must have at least a Master’s degree from an accredited institution. Must be available to teach in‑person in Radford and Roanoke, Virginia.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching;
• 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:
Tracy Burcham, Campus P. O. Box 6910, Radford University, Radford, VA 24142 or electronically to tburcham. UNIV 100 Faculty Instructors must attend a scheduled training as offered upon appointment. The training date and time will be announced.

Employment Conditions

Must be available to teach in‑person in Radford and Roanoke, Virginia.

Is this position Grant Funded

No

Is this position restricted

No

Is this position eligible for telework

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

Work Classification

Adjunct Faculty

Normal Work Schedule

Monday - Friday

Employee Classification

Part‑time Teaching

Department

Student Connection Programs

Salary

Stipend based on credit hours per class

Campus Location

Radford City - Main Campus

Department Contact Name

Ash Yearwood

Department Contact Phone

Department Contact Email

amyearwood

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 /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.

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