Virginia Commonwealth University

Adjunct Instructor, Urban and Regional Studies and Planning Program (URSP)

Location
Richmond, VA
Pay
$1,487 per credit
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 9, 2025

About this position

Unit: L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs Department: Urban and Regional Studies and Planning Program The Urban and Regional Studies and Planning program in the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs Program is recruiting a pool of applicants for possible adjunct teaching 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. Ability to consistently respond to student inquiries within 24 hours. Ability to submit final grades according to school and university policy. Minimum Qualifications: A Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning 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: Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning. 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: Meghan Gough, URSP Interim Program Chair Contact Email: mzgough@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

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$1,487 per credit
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$3,108/ course, n=57
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$5,358/ course, n=34

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