Adjunct- Legal Studies, Political Science

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The Department of History & Political Science at Worcester State University, located in Worcester, Massachusetts, is seeking an adjunct professor in Political Science to teach the introductorypre-law course in Legal Studies during the Spring 2024 semester, with the opportunity to teach additional courses in Constitutional Law and other American Government electives in the future.

In-person, on-campus instruction required. A PhD in Political Science is preferred, although ABD candidates will receive full consideration. Preference will be given to candidates with previouscollege level teaching experience as the instructor ofrecord.

Worcester State University is an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer which seeks to reflect the diversity of its community.

It is the policy of Worcester State University that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment. Proofof the COVID-19 vaccine is required of all individuals hired by WSU, to be verified after an offer of employment has been made, and as part of the background check process. Prospective employees may submit a request for exemption based on a religious and/or medical basis, to Human Resources.

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