Adjunct Faculty, Political Science

The Political Science Department of the State University of New York College at Plattsburgh is seeking qualified individuals to teach courses on a part-time, as needed basis. Successful candidates will be committed to excellence in teaching in an institution dedicated primarily to undergraduate education. They will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and gender issues, as SUNY Plattsburgh is committed to ensuring that its graduates are educated to succeed in an increasingly complex, multicultural, and interdependent world.

The vita bank exists to provide a pool of candidates who might be available to fill anticipated positions as needed.

Master’s degree or higher in Political Science or a related field. Successful candidates will have demonstrated an ability to work effectively and collegially with faculty, staff, and administrators.

Teaching experience at the post-secondary level preferred.

• Starting salary minimum per UUP contract.

The College’s 256-acre campus sits on the edge of the city’s downtown area. Plattsburgh is home to a variety of arts and cultural venues, including the nearly 100-year-old Strand Theatre. Our active waterfront location features a small town feel combined with the advantages and opportunities of a larger urban center. The Plattsburgh area offers excellent schools, a vast health network and elder care services, along with wide retail offerings.

It is an emerging home to microbreweries, wineries, community supported agriculture and more. The campus is within easy traveling distance to Montreal, Quebec;
Lake Placid, N.Y.; and Burlington, V.T.

Open Until Filled Yes

SUNY Plattsburgh is an equal opportunity employer, committed to excellence through diversity. As an equal opportunity employer and a government contractor subject to VEVRAA , SUNY Plattsburgh complies with hiring regulations regarding sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, age and veteran status.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently employed by SUNY College at Plattsburgh?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you learn about this position?
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Website (please specify below)
  • Trade Publication (please specify below)
  • Newspaper (please specify below)
  • Department of Labor
  • Listserv (please specify below)
  • Bulletin Board
  • Other (please specify below)