Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer - Political Science Department (2024-25 pool)

Position Title:

Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer - Political Science Department (2024-25 pool)

Position Type:

Temporary

Salary Range:

$8842 per 4 or 5 unit course

Purpose:

The Department of Political Science at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, invites applications for a small number of Quarterly Adjunct Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach undergraduate courses in international law, international security, comparative politics, and US Politics (see below for specific courses of interest given current staffing needs; other openings might become available). Teaching assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system; the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final examinations. The successful candidate will teach no more than two courses in a quarter and no more than four courses over the fall, winter and spring quarters. This is an applicant pool; as such, positions are filled as needed. We anticipate all instruction will be face-to-face on campus. However, the successful candidate may need to teach in a hybrid or online method, depending on public health and university guidance.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in Political Science or a closely related field strongly preferred. Applicants who are ABD or possess a master’s degree in Political Science, accompanied by commensurate academic experience (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) may be considered.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching Political Science at the college level.
• Excellent communication skills.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that advance SCU goals of diversity and equity.
• Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.
• Fall Quarter (9/13/24 – 12/13/24, including exams).
  
  

Courses of interest: “International Law,” “Special Topics in Comparative Politics”

• Winter Quarter (1/6/25 - 3/21/25, including exams).
  
  

No openings anticipated

• Spring Quarter (3/31/25 to 6/12/25, including exams).
  
  

Courses of interest: “Criminal Justice System,” “Political Science Research,” “Law, Security, and Force”

• Demonstration of inclusive pedagogical practices that advance SCU goals of diversity and equity; demonstrated experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.
  
  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching (100%)
  
  

Teaching duties include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:

• Teaching a course load of no more than two courses per quarter and no more than four per academic year;
• Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively;
• Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students;
• Holding regular weekly office hours on campus;
• Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline;
• Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses;
• Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.
• Service (0%)
  
  

This position does not require any service duties. You may be invited but not required to attend department meetings or activities.

APPLICANT DOCUMENTS:

The application deadline for this position is Monday, March 31, 2025.

Please submit a cover letter, CV, sample syllabi and teaching evaluations, and the contact information for two references.

COVID-19 Statement

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Telecommute

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Work Authorization:

SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University’s equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/policies-reports/

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Americans With Disabilities Act

Santa Clara University affirms its' commitment to employ qualified individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply with the Americans with Disability Act. All applicants desiring an accommodation should contact the Department of Human Resources, and 408-554-5750 and request to speak to Indu Ahluwalia by phone at 408-554-5750 or by email at iahluwalia@scu.edu.