Adjunct Faculty - International and Global Studies

Worcester Polytech; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,933 - 72,986; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty for International and Global Studies courses. The role involves teaching introductory courses, thematic and area-topic seminars aimed at developing students' analytical and cultural sensitivity skills.

Applicants must have a PhD in a relevant humanities discipline and teaching experience. Compensation is $6,000 per course. Potential candidates will be contacted as opportunities arise throughout the academic year.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline in the humanities is required.
• Teaching experience, preferably in International and Global Studies.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory courses and thematic seminars in International and Global Studies.
• Engage students with analytic skills and cultural sensitivity.

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline in the humanities

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty - International and Global Studies

Location

Worcester

Department

Humanities & Arts - JM

Division

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

Job Summary

Part‑time adjunct faculty pool in International and Global Studies to fill opportunities on a course‑by‑course basis as need arises.

Job Description

The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute regularly seeks part‑time adjunct faculty to teach International and Global Studies (INTL) courses. INTL faculty teach introductory courses, thematic and area‑topic seminars, and global methods classes to educate well‑rounded, globally aware students with exceptional analytical skills and sensitivity to culture and context. Complementing our off‑campus project centers, we especially seek candidates with area expertise in Latin America and the Caribbean, Middle East and North Africa, Southern and Western Africa, East Asia, South Asia, Oceania, Europe, or the US and the World. We are looking for outstanding scholars involved in critical, interdisciplinary and innovative approaches to INTL. Applicants should explicitly address how global perspectives are deployed and/or local‑global dimensions featured in their teaching.

Qualifications

A successful candidate should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline in the humanities.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter that addresses relevant expertise and experience
• Current CV that includes the names and contact information for three references
• Evidence of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.)

Compensation

$6,000 per course.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

Application Process

Submitting an application through this part‑time posting will place you in an applicant pool to fill INTL adjunct faculty positions on an as‑needed basis. Specific topics and start dates will vary over the academic year. Qualified applicants from this applicant pool will be contacted as opportunities arise. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply.