Adjunct Instructor - UAA Department of Political Science

The UAA Department of Political Science in the College of Arts and Sciences is accepting applications to its adjunct labor pool. The department offers courses in comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, and American politics. Specific areas of need vary by semester based on the schedule. Candidates must be available to work within Alaska during the length of the assignment.

Adjunct instructors are hired on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Qualified applicants are placed into a hiring pool from which instructors are hired as needed. Acceptance into the pool does not constitute an offer of an appointment, and having worked one semester does not guarantee a position the following semester. Hiring decisions are made on a semester‑by‑semester basis according to the needs of the schedule.

Teach undergraduate courses in the political science discipline. Candidates will be evaluated on suitability of their academic preparation, past teaching experience, expertise in their field, and potential for providing high quality instruction to undergraduate students. Adjunct faculty with semester assignments are subject to evaluation for teaching effectiveness.

• Relevant Master’s degree (exceptions may be made for equivalent traditional knowledge and experience of Alaska Native issues and cultures subject to Dean approval).
• Doctorate or terminal degree in a related field for upper‑division (300 and 400) courses (exceptions must be approved by the Dean).
• Experience teaching at the college level is preferred.
• Successful applicants must provide official transcripts documenting academic credentials required for the position as a condition of employment.

• Location:
  
  University of Alaska Anchorage campus, Anchorage.
• This is a part‑time, adjunct, temporary position.
• New hires will be placed on the adjunct salary schedule outlined in the UNAD CBA, based on education and experience.
• This is a pooled position; applications are reviewed as needed. Submission does not guarantee review or a job offer.
• Employees are required to work on‑site based on operational and business needs. Hybrid or remote arrangements may be considered only for positions specifically designated as eligible.
• This is an at‑will, union‑represented adjunct position, and may be canceled based on university needs.
• Position is represented by United Academic – Adjuncts, AAUP‑AFT/ALF‑CIO.

• Cover Letter
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three professional references (names, phone numbers and/or email addresses)
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Those requiring visa sponsorship are not eligible.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status. The University of Alaska is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. Please contact the ADA team at ua‑ada for assistance during the application or interview process.

All employees are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaging in university business.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Anita Franciosi at amfranciosi.