Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice/Law
Job DetailsJob Location: NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406 Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice/Law Charleston Southern University
Summary
The Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology at Charleston Southern University invites applications for an adjunct Criminal Justice/Law position starting August 1, 2026. to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses related to criminal law, constitutional law, criminal procedure, ethics, and related legal topics. The successful candidate will bring both academic knowledge and practical legal experience to the classroom, helping prepare students for careers in criminal justice, law enforcement, corrections, legal studies, and related fields. This is a non-tenure-track, part-time teaching position for fall, spring and/or summer semesters. We encourage candidates who wish to teach online and/or in person in Charleston, South Carolina to apply.
Responsibilities
The adjunct instructor of Criminal Justice/Law will teach courses in the fall, spring and/or summer semesters as needed based on enrollment and expect to teach courses at all undergraduate levels both in-person or online and even at the online graduate level. This position carries no service or research requirements, and it is paid on a per-credit-hour basis. Application Process Candidates should complete the online application. Review of credentials will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Charleston Southern University is a tobacco-free campus and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, or sex. For additional information, please contact Dr. Matthew Gilbert at ([email protected]). QualificationsA Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school is required. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated knowledge of criminal law and the U.S. legal system as a practicing attorney or former legal practitioner with a J.D. who can connect real-world experience to criminal justice education and student career preparation. Additionally, experience teaching college-level introductory courses in Criminal Law as well as specialized classes in Judicial Systems and Practices, Constitutional and Legal Issues for Law Enforcement, Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure is preferred. Charleston Southern seeks candidates who are professing Christians and who are committed to excellence in teaching. They should support the goals of a strong liberal arts education and be willing to examine with students the integration of faith and learning. Applicants are highly encouraged to contact the Chairperson of the Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology, Dr. Matthew Gilbert ([email protected]), before applying.