Lecturer of Political Science

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** Job Title
** Lecturer of Political Science
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University - San Antonio
** Department
* * Department of Criminology and Political Science
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** San Antonio, Texas
** Job Type
** Faculty
* * Job Description
** The Department of Criminology and Political Science invites applications for a full-time, nontenure-track Lecturer position in Political Science to begin in August 2027 (Fall 2027). Primary teaching responsibility will consist of five undergraduate courses per semester (a 5-5 load). Specialization is in American Politics with a focus on public policy. The successful candidate will teach introductory and upper-division courses in the Political Science curriculum.

This position will also support the university’s growing Dual Credit and Early College High School programs, and the Lecturer will work closely with the Office of Early College and Academic Partnerships to help meet the course needs of these students. A master’s degree in Political Science or a related field is required by the time of appointment; a Ph.D. is preferred.

** Salary**:
Commensurate with experience and qualifications.  
** Required

Education and Experience **:
* A master's degree in Political Science or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
* A demonstrated specialization in Political Science.
* Prior teaching experience in a university setting.  
** Preferred

Education and Experience:

*** A Ph.D. in Political Science or a related discipline.
* Experience teaching Dual Credit, Early College High School, or other high school-aged students.
* Experience teaching online or hybrid formats.  In a letter of interest that explains your teaching philosophy and experience, please also speak to the following topics:
* Experience and/or interest in student success.
* Experience with innovative modes of instruction.
* Commitment to working with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and community members.  
** Applicant Instructions:
** Please make sure to provide the following documents:
* Cover Letter
* Resume / CV
* Professional References
* Unofficial Transcripts  For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:http://www.tamusa.edu/human resources/job-opportunities/index.html   Review of applications will begin January 8, 20267.  Finalists must request at least three current letters of recommendation to be sent directly by the author to the Search Committee Chair, via USPS or email delivery. If selected, finalists must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired.

Official transcripts must be on file with the Office of the Provost, and sent directly from each degree-granting institution to Texas A&M University-San Antonio at the address listed below. We cannot accept transcripts issued directly to the candidate. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator (e.g., AACRAO;

http://www.aacrao.org/credential/index.htm).  Texas A&M University-San Antonio Department of Social Sciences
** ATTN:
Sara Salmon
** One University Way, CAB 348

San Antonio, Texas 78224  
** Summary of

Employee Benefits:

** www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-  Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.  
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