What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Professor of Sociology position at CHARLESTON SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY?
Adjunct Professor of Sociology
Charleston Southern University
Summary
The Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology at Charleston Southern University invites applications for an adjunct position starting August 1, 2026. This is a non-tenure-track, part-time teaching position for fall, spring and/or summer semesters. We encourage candidates who wish to teach online and/or in person in Charleston, South Carolina to apply.
Responsibilities
The adjunct instructor of Sociology will teach courses in the fall, spring and/or summer semesters as needed based on enrollment and expect to teach courses at all undergraduate levels both in-person or online. This position carries no service or research requirements, and it is paid on a per-credit-hour basis.
Application Process
Candidates should complete the online application. Review of credentials will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Charleston Southern University is a tobacco-free campus and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, or sex. For additional information, please contact Dr. Matthew Gilbert at (mgilbert@csuniv.edu).
Qualifications:An M.A. or M.S. degree in Sociology is required. Applicants with degrees in a closely related social science field and 18 graduate credit hours in Sociology. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching college-level introductory courses in Sociology as well as specialized classes in anthropology, social problems, and/or criminology.
Charleston Southern seeks candidates who are professing Christians and who are committed to excellence in teaching. They should support the goals of a strong liberal arts education and be willing to examine with students the integration of faith and learning. Applicants are highly encouraged to contact the Chairperson of the Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology, Dr. Matthew Gilbert (mgilbert@csuniv.edu), before applying.