Adjunct Faculty - Political Science

University of Scranton; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Scranton seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for Political Science to teach courses on a part-time basis. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Political Science or a related field, with previous teaching experience preferred. This role offers the opportunity to engage with students in a dynamic educational environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Political Science or related field required.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Teach specified Political Science courses.
• Prepare course materials and support students.
• Report grades.

Skills

Teaching

Flexibility

Education

Master’s degree in Political Science or related majors

ABD or PhD in Political Science or related majors

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Non-Discrimination Statement

The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

University of Scranton

Adjunct Faculty - Political Science

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.

About

The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:

Elizabeth M. Garcia

Title IX Coordinator

The Office of Equity and Diversity

Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315

[e-mail]

[phone]

https://www.scranton.edu/equity-diversity/

The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.

University Mission

The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The University’s mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at https://www.scranton.edu/about/jesuit-tradition/index.shtml.

Diversity & Inclusion

Department

Political Science

Job Purpose

To staff a variety of courses each semester in the field of Political Science. Adjunct faculty may instruct one or more courses or labs on campus each semester as needed basis.

Essential Duties

Adjunct faculty are expected to teach a specified course(s); prepare course materials; provide support and guidance to students; and report grades.

Additional Skills Required

Minimum Education Requirements:

Master’s degree in Political Science or related majors.

Preferred Education

ABD or PhD in Political Science or related majors.

Minimum Job Experience Requirements

Previous teaching experience and a willingness to be flexible in class scheduling.

Preferred Qualifications

Full Time/Part Time:

Part-Time

Annual Schedule

N/A

Rank

Part Time/Adjunct Faculty

Tenure

Non-Tenure Track

Special Instructions To Applicants

Complete applications are to include a cover letter and CV. This is a pooled position from which Adjunct/Affiliates will be hired as needed. As openings occur, we will draw candidates from this pool until May 2026 or until positions are filled for the current academic year. Applicants not chosen are invited to re-apply for consideration on or after June 1, 2026.

Posting Number

F00561P

To apply, visit https://universityofscrantonjobs.com/postings/8032

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Seniority level

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  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

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• Job function

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  Higher Education

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