Adjunct Faculty, Social Science, Extension School in Providence, Rhode Island at Roger Williams University

Roger Williams University
Title: Adjunct Faculty, Social Science, Extension School

Location: Providence, RI

Category: Adjunct Faculty

Job Type: Part-time Temporary

Posted On: Tue Nov 3 2026

Job Description:

Extension School at Roger Williams University invites applications for a part-time position teaching an undergraduate course on-line in Social Science.

Adjunct faculty who are not currently affiliated with the University are expected to hold graduate degrees, or the equivalent based on professional experiences and credentials. When new Adjunct or Part-Time Faculty members are hired, resumes and transcripts are kept on file with the Dean of Extension School. Since the quality of EXT instruction should be consistent with the quality in the Day School, deans of the respective schools/colleges have the right to review, recommend, and approve faculty assignments in the Extension School, when adjunct faculty will be teaching courses in areas and subjects represented by such schools/colleges.

Adjunct faculty are expected to adhere to the guidelines and provisions contained in the Adjunct Faculty Guide published annually by the Extension School.

Job Requirements:

A minimum of a Master's degree is required.

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted 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:

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, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu