Adjunct Instructor 2026-2027 (SLSS)
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA, US
Summary
Provide adjunct instruction across various topics within the School of Life Sciences and Sustainability. Contribute to programs including Biology, Environmental Studies, and Bioinformatics as openings arise.
Job Description
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: College of Humanities and Sciences
Department: School of Life Sciences and Sustainability
Duties and Responsibilities:
The School of Life Sciences and Sustainability (SLSS) in the College of Humanities and Sciences at Virginia Commonwealth University is recruiting a pool of applicants for the Summer 2026 semester and beyond for possible adjunct teaching positions. The School of Life Sciences and Sustainability houses programs in Biology, Environmental Studies, Bioinformatics, Sustainable Innovation, Outdoor Leadership, and Integrative Life Sciences. The School of Life Sciences and Sustainability (SLSS) seeks qualified instructors to contribute teaching across these topics.
Applicants admitted to the adjunct pool will be contacted if their credentials align with our teaching needs in a given semester. This pool will be accessed only when an opening arises. Your credentials will remain active for one year from the date of this posting. After that time, if you are still interested in adjunct teaching, you must reapply. Please note that we are unable to hire applicants who are not already in the pool.
Minimum Qualifications:
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A Master’s degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Biology, Environmental Science/Studies, Sustainability, Data Science, Bioinformatics, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution of higher education.
Salary Range: $1,487 per credit hour
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
Application Process: Submit 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae/resume, and 3) the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references through VCU jobs. Candidates must agree to current and prior employers being contacted, if they are among a small group of finalists. Multiple positions will be hired from this advertisement. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.
Contact Information: [email protected]
Fortunate to be a part of a rich history of tradition while actively connected to the contemporary realms of healthcare practice, education, and research, the Department of Health Administration at VCU is a unique place to study. We are located in downtown Richmond, VA, next door to one of the nation's top academic medical centers and tertiary trauma care trauma centers. We are proud to be currently ranked 3rd best health administration program by U.S. News & World Report.
We've been dedicated to preparing our graduates for success in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape for more than seven decades. We pride our program on producing well-equipped graduates with the business savvy, political, ethical, and essential leadership skills to be an agile leader, which is paramount in a highly competitive field.
In the summer of 2019, our new, cutting-edge facility became the home to the entire College of Health Professions. This state-of-the-art building fosters a rich inter-professional learning environment, enhancing our students' educational experiences. We're proud to have the best of both worlds: a brand-new facility that retains our presence on VCU's renowned medical campus. Incorporating the robust healthcare environment that Richmond offers and the simulation-focused training culture of the CHP building, the Department of Health Administration at VCU provides a truly unique and dynamic place for students to study.
This strategic location provides our faculty and students invaluable exposure to multidisciplinary healthcare leadership practices. From engaging in specialized research projects to exploring innovations in healthcare organization and delivery, our students have unparalleled opportunities to grow and thrive.
Founded
1949
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Higher Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Richmond, Virginia
Fortunate to be a part of a rich history of tradition while actively connected to the contemporary realms of healthcare practice, education, and research, the Department of Health Administration at VCU is a unique place to study. We are located in downtown Richmond, VA, next door to one of the nation's top academic medical centers and tertiary trauma care trauma centers. We are proud to be currently ranked 3rd best health administration program by U.S. News & World Report.
We've been dedicated to preparing our graduates for success in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape for more than seven decades. We pride our program on producing well-equipped graduates with the business savvy, political, ethical, and essential leadership skills to be an agile leader, which is paramount in a highly competitive field.
In the summer of 2019, our new, cutting-edge facility became the home to the entire College of Health Professions. This state-of-the-art building fosters a rich inter-professional learning environment, enhancing our students' educational experiences. We're proud to have the best of both worlds: a brand-new facility that retains our presence on VCU's renowned medical campus. Incorporating the robust healthcare environment that Richmond offers and the simulation-focused training culture of the CHP building, the Department of Health Administration at VCU provides a truly unique and dynamic place for students to study.
This strategic location provides our faculty and students invaluable exposure to multidisciplinary healthcare leadership practices. From engaging in specialized research projects to exploring innovations in healthcare organization and delivery, our students have unparalleled opportunities to grow and thrive.
Founded
1949
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Higher Education
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Richmond, Virginia
