Adjunct Instructor - Business Foundations

The Business Essentials Unit in the School of Business at Virginia Commonwealth University is recruiting a pool of applicants for adjunct faculty positions on an ongoing basis. Should funding for such adjunct teaching positions become available, the Undergraduate Studies Office will contact persons in the pool whose credentials match our teaching needs. This pool will be accessed only when an opening arises. Note that we are unable to hire applicants who are not already in the pool.

We seek candidates for the adjunct instructor pool to teach in person, hybrid, and/or online sections of BUSN 201 Foundations of Business and/or BUSN 205 Introduction to the World of Business. BUSN 201 is a required course for sophomore business majors. BUSN 205 is a general education course suitable for freshman or sophomores and open to all students at the university.

Benefits --------

All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

Unit -----

School Of Business ----------------

MBU -----

Department Business Essentials -------------

Duties & Responsibilities -------------------------

As an Adjunct Instructor in the Business Essentials Unit in the School of Business, you will help support the School of Businesss strategic plan that focuses on creativity in the curriculum. Instructors will be expected to hold regular online office hours.

Qualifications --------------

Minimum Qualifications ---------------------

• Masters degree in Business or related field
• Teaching experience in higher education
• 5 years of work in business
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• 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 an employee at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications ----------------------

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching courses with high enrollment (150-200 students) in higher education
• Experience with Canvas or other Learning management system
• International business experience for BUSN 205 candidates

Application Instructions ------------------------

Please include the following in your application:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume including names, titles, and email addresses of 3 references
• References are only contacted if an applicant passes through the interview and teaching demonstration process.

In "Add Additional Documents," please include your Teaching Evaluations from the most recent semesters taught, max 2 semesters.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range ------------

$47,400 - $86,500 per 3 credits taught, depending upon class size

FLSA Exemption Status ----------------------

Exempt

Rank -----

Instructor

Contact Information -------------------

Contact Name: Dr. Katybeth Lee Contact Email: keleevcu.edu LI-DNI