Adjunct / Per Course Faculty, Sociology, Anthropology and Gerontology (Spring 2026)

Overview

Adjunct / Per Course Faculty, Sociology, Anthropology and Gerontology (Spring 2026).

Missouri State University seeks to establish a pool of qualified candidates for adjunct / per-course teaching in Sociology, Anthropology and Gerontology for Spring 2026. Applications may be for a course that may be offered; there may be no current opening. Applications and transcripts are evaluated prior to the selection of interviewees. To receive full consideration, include all documents requested by the department. Please attach an updated, detailed Curriculum Vitae. Unofficial transcripts can be attached as an optional document to the online application. Official transcripts may be required at time of hire to comply with reporting requirements for Missouri Law.

Position Information

• Position Title : Adjunct / Per Course Faculty, Sociology, Anthropology and Gerontology (Spring 2026)
• Work Location : Springfield Campus
• Department : Sociology, Anthropology and Gerontology
• Sponsorship Information : Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
• Term : Spring Semester (per course faculty only)
• Begin Date - Spring Term : 01 / 12 / 2026
• Maximum credit hours : 12 Credit Hours per 12 Month Period – Springfield Campus

Description of Primary Duties

Teach sections of introductory General Education courses of Sociology, Anthropology or Gerontology, submit grades by due dates, and support department and university goals and mission. Employee reports to the Department Head.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Per Course Faculty should possess a master's degree or the equivalent professional experience in a field determined acceptable by the Dean.

Additional Qualifications

A sample syllabus will be shared to facilitate course preparation. Missouri State uses the learning management system Brightspace (D2L). Applicant will be required to use Brightspace D2L to post all course materials, assignments, and grades as well as to establish virtual office hours to meet with students as needed.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Missouri State University accepts applications for Adjunct / Per Course Faculty to establish a pool of available candidates. By submitting an application for this posting you are applying to be a part of Missouri State University's Adjunct / Per Course Faculty pool for a potential course that may be offered in the applicable semester. There may not be a current opening. Applications and transcripts are evaluated prior to the selection of interviewees. To receive full consideration, include all documents requested by the department. Please attach an updated, detailed Curriculum Vitae. Unofficial transcripts can be attached as an optional document to the online application. Official transcripts may be required at time of hire to comply with reporting requirements for Missouri Law.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes they have been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint / grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Required and Optional Documents

If you have questions : Office of Human Resources (t) 417-836-5102, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you have student employment questions : Student Employment Services (t) 417-836-5627, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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