Virginia Commonwealth University

Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice Program (CRJS)

Location
Richmond, VA
Pay
$1,487 per credit
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 11, 2025

About this position

Unit: L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs Department: Criminal Justice Program The Criminal Justice Program in the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University is recruiting applicants for teaching adjunct positions. The pool will be accessed as openings arise and the Program will contact persons in the pool whose credentials match our teaching needs. Duties: Teaching courses as needed. Ability to successfully teach both in-person and online. Must grade all assignments and exams in a timely manner. Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours. Submit finals according to school policy. Minimum Qualifications: Must have a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field. Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU. Preferred Qualifications: Masters in Criminal Justice or related fields. Salary Range: $1,487 per credit ($4,461 for a 3-credit course). Rank: Instructor Tenure: Ineligible FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt Application Instructions: All applications should include a cover letter, and detailed resume or curriculum vitae, with the names and contact information of three professional references. Contact Name: Nancy Morris, CRJS Program Chair Contact Email: nmorris@vcu.edu As a preeminent national, urban, public research university and academic health center, Virginia Commonwealth University is committed to an environment where all can thrive in their pursuit of excellence. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

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How the pay compares

Medians across listings on this board that disclose per-course pay, updated daily.

This listing
$1,487 per credit
Criminal Justice median
$3,350/ course, n=32
Virginia median
$5,358/ course, n=34

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