Adjunct Instructor Pool - Criminology and Criminal Justice
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Offer value
Moderate value due to stable employment opportunity, clear educational requirements, and potential for teaching experience, albeit with limited full-time potential.
- Flexible teaching opportunities in criminology
- Engagement in higher education with students
- Requirements clearly defined for educators
- Dependent on course availability for income
Pros
- Opportunities to engage with students and contribute to educational programs
- Flexible teaching options (in-person and online)
- Building a pool for future potential positions
Cons
- Dependent on course schedule for hours and pay
- Limited full-time positions available
- Potentially low salary for adjunct roles based on experience
Who it's for
Mid to Senior • In-person and online teaching
Good fit
- Qualified academics with teaching experience
- Professionals in criminology looking for part-time work
- Educators passionate about criminal justice
Not recommended for
- New graduates without teaching qualifications
- Job seekers requiring full-time employment
- Individuals unwilling to undergo background checks
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site: https://careers.uwf.edu. For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or jobs@uwf.edu.
Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.
POSITION DETAILS
Classification Title: Instructor
Working Title: Adjunct Instructor
Department: Criminology & Criminal Justice (CJ)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Pay Basis: Annually
POSITION OVERVIEW
JOB SUMMARY:
The Department of Criminology, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies at the university of West Florida is seeking qualified applicants to serve as adjunct faculty teaching courses in person or online on the topics within the curriculum of the programs.
The college is building a pool of adjuncts for teaching opportunities for upcoming semesters. Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To teach undergraduate courses, an earned master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or holding equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. To teach graduate courses, an earned doctorate degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or holding equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
To teach undergraduate courses, an earned master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or holding equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. To teach graduate courses, an earned doctorate degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or holding equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties.
Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:
- This position requires a criminal background screen.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.
The department is building an applicant pool for temporary to permanent part-time or full-time opportunities. Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis.
ADDITIONAL POSTING DETAILS
Number of Vacancies: Multiple
Work Hours: Depending on Course Schedule
FTE: 0.225
Closing Date: 7/23/2026
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 (voice) or 850.857.6158 (TTY). E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
