Christopher Newport University is hiring: Adjunct Faculty Member - College of So

Overview Working Title: Adjunct Faculty Member - College of Social Sciences / Leadership Studies / American Studies Appointment Type: Adjunct Purpose of Position: Adjunct Faculty Members, Department of Leadership and American Studies Responsibilities The CNU College of Social Sciences is accepting applications from prospective adjunct faculty members to teach individual courses, as needed, in the following areas: Leadership Studies – Self-discovery and group dynamics Leadership Studies – Leadership theory and perspectives Leadership Studies – Values and ethics in leadership Leadership Studies – Leading adaptive change Leadership Studies – Leadership analysis of historical figures and situations Leadership Studies – Leadership in complex contexts (systems and cultures) Leadership Studies – Special topics in area of expertise In addition to 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 coursework Provide official transcripts at the time of hire Complete a CNU-sponsored background check Departmental Information The Department of Leadership and American Studies at Christopher Newport University is composed of 16 faculty and offers a second major and a minor in Leadership Studies, and a major and minor in American Studies. The Leadership Studies minor won the Outstanding Leadership Program Award in 2019 from the Association of Leadership Educators. The second major in Leadership Studies began in Fall 2020. Candidates wishing to know more about the department and its academic programs are invited to visit the following page: cnu.edu/academics/departments/lams CNU Information Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts and sciences institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, research and student success. Our vision is: “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 campus is walkable and close to family neighborhoods, locally-owned businesses, historic sites, cultural attractions, and parks, with short drives to beaches, Colonial Williamsburg, and Norfolk. CNU is committed to welcoming, honoring, and engaging all people in our academic community and encourages applications from individuals who are underrepresented in their profession. For details, visit the site: cnu.edu Posting Information Posting Number: F210P Application Instructions Please provide the following: 1) Cover letter describing qualifications 2) Curriculum vitae detailing relevant teaching and/or professional experience 3) Contact information for at least three references. Review of applications will begin immediately. Search finalists are required to complete a CNU-sponsored background check. Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/15992 EEO/Diversity Statement Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully committed to access and opportunity. Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr