2026-27 Political Science Lecturer Pool

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of California, Irvine's Political Science Department invites applications for temporary part-time lecturer positions for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach in American Politics, Political Theory, International Relations, Comparative Politics, and Law as needed. These appointments replace faculty on leave and follow UC/AFT terms.

Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. and a minimum of two years of teaching experience, and will contribute to the undergraduate program as part of

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science or a relevant field.
• Minimum two years of teaching experience.
• Part-time, temporary lecturer positions for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Responsibilities

• Teach in American Politics, Political Theory, International Relations, Comparative Politics, and Law as needed.
• Replace faculty on leave during the academic year.
• Contribute to the undergraduate program and department teaching needs.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Political Science or relevant field

Job description

Position overview

Salary range: Annual base salary starting at $73,817, depending on the number of courses.

Application Window

Open date: October 5, 2026

Next review date: Thursday, Nov 5, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Tuesday, Oct 5, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Position description

The Department of Political Science is seeking applicants for temporary part-time lecturer positions to teach in different subfields of American Politics, Political Theory, International Relations, Comparative Politics, and Law contingent on departmental need. These positions will replace faculty on leave during the academic year.

Requirements: We are seeking candidates with strong teaching credentials who might contribute to our undergraduate program. Candidates should have a Ph.D.

These part-time positions are based on an annual salary range beginning at $73,817 and the number of courses could vary.

Service Period Dates for 2026-2027 Academic Year: Winter Quarter: 1/4/27 - 3/19/27 Spring Quarter: 3/24/27 - 6/11/27

This term appointment falls under the purview of the agreement between the University of California and the American Federation of Teachers. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and the collective bargaining agreement available here: IX - Non-Senate Instructional (Lecturers) | UCnet

If selected, first-time Political Science Department Lecturer appointees will receive a one-year appointment.

Appointments vary based on need and availability.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science or a relevant field.
• Minimum two years of teaching experience.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Reflective Teaching and Mentoring Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement. (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 letters of reference required

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affinite Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Irvine, CA