Associate Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Political Science – School of Behavioral and Soc[
Listed on 2026-08-06
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Education / Teaching
College Lecturer, University Professor, Academic, Political Science
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Associate Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Political Science – School of Behavioral and Social Sciences (Continuous Recruitment)
Job CategoryAcademic Staff
Employment TypeTerminal (Fixed Term)
Job ProfileLecturer
Job DutiesWhile there may not be an immediate need for a lecturer in every area, UW-Stevens Point (UWSP) accepts applications regardless, in order to create a pool for when there may be a need. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for future part-time associate lecturer/lecturer/senior lecturer opportunities, and your application will be on file as a potential candidate who could possibly fill a position if or when the need arises.
An associate lecturer/lecturer/senior lecturer is hired on a per-course basis each semester, and teaching one semester does not guarantee being assigned the following semester. The teaching hours for an associate lecturer/lecturer/senior lecturer will vary with a teaching load ranging between 1-12 credits per semester.
While the announcement lists this position as on-site, partially remote and remote opportunities may be available.
Key Job Responsibilities- Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction
- Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations
- Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance
The Political Science department at UWSP consists of 4 full-time faculty members, with approximately 80 undergraduate student majors and robust minors in Political Science, Law and Policy, and Peace Studies. In addition to general classes in American politics and global affairs, the department specializes in constitutional law, environmental policy, foreign policy, gender and minority group politics, and public policy analysis. The department values quality teaching/learning experiences, and emphasizes undergraduate research, community-based practicums, and service to the region.
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The Associate Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer is a part-time, salaried, exempt, academic year (9-month), instructional academic staff position.
Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide for Short-Term Academic Staff.
Required Qualifications- Minimum of a master's degree in Political Science from an accredited college or university.
- Experience with college level instruction.
- Ability to effectively instruct and engage with a wide range of students, encompassing diverse backgrounds, learning styles, and abilities.
- Earned doctorate in Political Science from an accredited college or university. ABD considered.
- Demonstrated commitment to reflective teaching practices.
- Experience with teaching in multiple modalities, such as in-person, online, and hybrid.
Name:
Dr. Jennifer Collins, Professor, Chairperson, Department of Political Science
Email: jennifer.collins
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Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to…
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