Adjunct Faculty Member - College of Social Sciences / Health Studies - HEAL Program at InsideHigherEd

Adjunct Faculty Member - College of Social Sciences / Health Studies - HEAL Program

Adjunct

The CNU College of Social Sciences is accepting applications from prospective adjunct faculty members to teach individual courses, as needed, in the following areas in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 and beyond:

Health Studies
-Public Health
-Global Health
-Biostatistics
-Public Health Research Methods
-Capstone in Health Studies

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 graduate coursework in Public Health or a closely related field. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Candidates for hire are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.

Please note: This adjunct position is for in-person teaching on our campus only. There is no availability for remote work.

The College of Social Sciences is dedicated to better understanding the phenomena of human enterprise and social interaction and organization. Our faculty is composed of excellent teachers and active scholars. The enthusiasm for mentoring undergraduates can be seen in the courses faculty teach as well as their individual research initiatives. Faculty members are passionate about student success and are committed to making a positive difference in the lives and potential of our students. Candidates wishing to know more about the College of Social Sciences are invited to visit https://cnu.edu/academics/areasofstudy/socialsciences/dean/

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 http://www.cnu.edu.

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Please provide the following:
1. Cover letter describing qualifications
2. Curriculum vitae (resume) detailing relevant teaching and/or professional experience
3. Graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening)

Search finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/19570

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