Job Description
*Working Title:*Adjunct Faculty Member - College of Social Sciences / Anthropology / Sociology / Criminology / Social Work / Geography / GIS
*Appointment Type:*Adjunct
*Purpose of Position:*The CNU College of Social Sciences is accepting applications from prospective adjunct faculty members to teach individual, in-person/face-to-face courses, as needed, in the following areas in Fall 2025 and beyond: • Department of Sociology, Social Work, and Anthropology - Sociology - Criminology - Social Work - Geography - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Along with demonstrated ability for excellent teaching, candidates must hold an earned graduate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in a relevant discipline, with 18 completed semester hours of related graduate course work. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Candidates for hire are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.
*Departmental Information:*The Department of Sociology, Social Work and Anthropology's mission is to present the intellectual foundations of sociology, social work, anthropology, criminology and geography. Built on a strong liberal arts base, our programs are mindful of each discipline's responsibility to mentor students who will be engaged citizens in a multicultural, diverse and global society. Our instructional mission is to provide students with knowledge and skills that are applicable to a broad range of settings, including the public and private sector, and to better prepare students to pursue graduate and professional degrees in sociology, social work, anthropology, criminology and related disciplines. In addition to these, the social work program prepares students for entry level social work practice. We emphasize each discipline's core concepts, theories, bodies of knowledge, techniques of social research, the ability to think critically, and the clear expression of ideas, both written and oral. This educational mission promotes scientific and intellectual inquiry and fosters qualities of leadership. Finally, our programs advocate service to the community and Commonwealth. Candidates wishing to know more about the department and its academic programs are invited to visit [
*CNU Information:*Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, research and student success. Our efforts are guided by our vision: "Anchored in excellence and focused on students, Christopher Newport University aspires to be the nation's premier regional public university, offering an innovative education embedded in the liberal arts that advances the values of honor, service, scholarship, and leadership to empower graduates to lead lives of significance." Located in Newport News, Virginia, CNU enrolls approximately 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 90 areas of study. Our modern, walkable campus features world-class arts facilities, advanced technology, and a close-knit community that fosters collaboration and discovery. Just minutes from family neighborhoods, locally-owned businesses, historic sites, unique cultural attractions, and beautiful parks - and a short drive to beaches, Colonial Williamsburg, and Norfolk - CNU offers an exceptional place to advance your career, contribute to a community of scholars, and inspire the next generation. Christopher Newport University is committed to ensuring that all people are welcomed, honored, and fully engaged in the life of our academic community. We recruit exceptional and diverse faculty and encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in their profession. For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit [
*Posting Number:*F146P
*Application Instructions :*To apply, please submit the following: 1. Cover letter describing qualifications. 2. Curriculum vitae (resume) detailing relevant teaching and/or professional experience. 3. Contact information for at least three references. Review of applications will begin immediately.
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