State of Virginia

Organizational Overview

At VCU, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery - the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It’s a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

Position Overview

The Honors College invites applicants for an adjunct (part-time) instructor to guide students through completing a four-credit hour Honors capstone course. The instructor will help students apply community engagement theory and best practices while deepening their understanding of social issues through community asset mapping, peer-reviewed research, documentaries, and reflection. Student cohorts will identify and address an issue in one of nine priority areas: education, job creation, workforce preparation, social stability, healthy community, transportation, changing demographics, quality of life, and the James River.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
• Master’s degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Postsecondary teaching experience preferred

Additional Information

This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active for a year; you may resubmit your application for subsequent years. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.