Adjunct Faculty, Political Science

Job in Portsmouth, Scioto County, Ohio, 45662, USA

Listing for: Shawnee-State-University

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-01

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
College Lecturer, Political Science, University Professor

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 48216 - 96432 USD Yearly USD 48216.00 96432.00 YEAR

Position

Part‑time Political Science adjunct teaching position in the Department of Social Sciences. Semester‑to‑semester positions teaching introductory courses, both in‑person and online.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging, critical‑dialogue‑focused instruction in introductory Political Science for semester‑to‑semester credit.
Prepare and submit lesson plans, assignments, and assessments suitable for both in‑person and online delivery.
Collaborate with faculty and staff to support diverse student populations.
If invited to an on‑campus interview, present a teaching lecture and laboratory demonstration of instructional abilities.

Employment Conditions

Employment is contingent upon Board of Trustees budget approval for the current fiscal year. A background check is required prior to employment.

Benefits

Tuition waivers for adjunct faculty (policy: Tuition Waiver for Adjunct Faculty).
Professional development opportunities.
Office space and limited mileage reimbursement.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Political Science or closely related area.

Willingness to engage students thoughtfully and critically in the subject area.

Ability to communicate clearly with students.

Basic knowledge of instructional software and ability to teach in‑person and online courses.

Ability to work closely and effectively with diverse populations.

Statement of Commitment

SSU seeks individuals who share our commitment to students as our first priority.

Equal Opportunity

Shawnee State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits discrimination against any individual because of race, color, genetic information, religion, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.

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