Adjunct Faculty in Political Science, Geography, and International Studies

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking part-time Adjunct Faculty for Political Science, Geography, and International Studies programs at Old Dominion University. The role includes teaching online and face-to-face courses, focusing on introductory materials and engaging with current civic issues.

Candidates should have an M.A., M.S., or Ph.D. in relevant fields and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Experience with online educational platforms is preferred. The position is flexible and caters to various teaching methods based on faculty availability.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills necessary for effective teaching.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Canvas Learning Management System is essential.
• Experience in teaching introductory-level courses in Political Science or Geography is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach online and on-campus courses in Political Science, Geography, and International Studies.
• Utilize experience to connect theory with current civic engagement.
• Bridge gaps between human/environmental geography and geospatial technology.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Experience with Microsoft Office

Experience with Canvas Learning Management System

Preparation for teaching introductory-level courses

Education

M.A., M.S., or Ph.D. in Political Science, Geography, or related fields

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty in Political Science, Geography, and International Studies

Department

POLITICAL SCI & GEOGRAPHY

Position Number

PT0250

Job Description

Old Dominion University seeks applicants for part-time Adjunct instructional faculty to teach online and on‑campus courses in our Political Science, Geography, and International Studies programs. We are especially seeking General Education course instructors. The post may remain open for additional applications as opportunities arise. Those selected will be hired as part of an adjunct pool, which will be utilized as needed based on which courses are in need of coverage. Our greatest need is for instructors who can teach POLS 100S Intro. International Politics, 101S Intro. American Politics, and 102S Intro. Comparative Govt. and Politics, GEOG 100S Human Geography, 101S Environmental Geography, and 102T Digital Earth. We also welcome applicants available to teach these courses on‑campus face‑to‑face.

Position Type

Part‑Time

Type of Recruitment

General Public

Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications

M.A., M.S., or Ph.D. in Political Science, Geography, or closely‑related fields with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline of course/s teaching.

Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Canvas Learning Management System.
• Preparation and/or experience teaching introductory‑level courses in Political Science and/or Geography at the college level.

Preferred Qualifications

• For Political Science: experience teaching American or international politics and ability to connect theory to current civic engagement.
• For Geography: instructors who can bridge the gap between substantive human or environmental geography and geospatial technology.
• For both: proficiency in asynchronous and web‑based instruction, interaction, and high student evaluations.

Conditions of Employment

Location

Norfolk, VA

Open Until Filled

Yes

Application Instructions

1. A cover letter, outlining preparation and experiences for teaching political science or geography classes and specific courses of interest.
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. Unofficial graduate transcripts.
4. Contact information for three professional references.

Questions or requests for additional information can be sent to the department chair via e‑mail [e-mail].

Telework Friendly

Yes

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757) 683‑3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.