Adjunct Faculty, Urban Studies - Roger Williams University

Job Description:

The Urban Studies Program at Roger Williams University seeks an adjunct instructor to teach URBN 100 Introduction to Urban Studies. URBN 100 offers an interdisciplinary foundation for the exploration of a Core Concentration or Minor in Urban Studies. Program and course information may be found here: https://www.rwu.edu/undergraduate/academics/programs/urban-studies

Requirements:

The qualified applicant will hold an appropriate advanced degree (eg: Ph.D., MCRP.) in a field that addresses the Urban Condition.

Faculty members and practitioners from a variety of disciplines with a focus on urban issues may be qualified to teach this course including, but not limited to, Sociology, Anthropology, Political Science, Urban Geography, City and Regional Planning and Urban Design. Previous teaching experience and knowledge of engaging pedagogical methods are preferred.

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Additional Information:

As an institution committed to strengthening society through engaged teaching and learning as well as building the university that the world needs now, Roger Williams University values inclusion, seeks to reflect the diversity of the region and create access to higher education and career success.

The University seeks candidates who, through their work and life experiences, service to the community, and teaching or research, can contribute to our diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law.

For information on our Non-discrimination and Title IX policy, visit: rwu.edu/NDT9

Salaries for new hires at Roger Williams University usually fall between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range.

Application Instructions:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter/letter of interest, in addition to listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

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