Adjunct Faculty - PPP Sophomore Year Politics and Power Block

XU01 Xavier University; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Xavier University in Cincinnati is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Philosophy, Politics, and the Public for the 2026-2027 academic year. This part-time role demands dedication to undergraduate teaching and excellence in the field. Responsibilities include teaching PPUB 210 and PPUB 211 courses.

Candidates should ideally have 5 years of relevant experience and an M.A. or Ph.D. in a related discipline. Applications close on January 30, 2027, and further details can be obtained by contacting Dr. Kathleen Smythe.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in politics and civic engagement.
• Preferably holding an M.A. or Ph.D. in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Teaching PPUB 210: Campaign, Politics and Media in the fall semester.
• Teaching PPUB 211: Public Policy Practice in the spring semester.

Skills

Experience in politics and civic engagement

Legislative work

Policy advocacy

Fundraising

Teaching skills

Education

M.A. or Ph.D. in a related field

Job description

Overview

Current Xavier University employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday Adjunct Faculty – PPP Sophomore Year Politics and Power Block. Xavier University is seeking qualified candidates to join our pool of potential adjunct faculty for the 2026-2027 academic year. This posting is intended to collect applications for a part‑time, non‑tenure‑track position for an Adjunct Instructor in Philosophy, Politics and the Public. Candidates must be dedicated to undergraduate teaching and demonstrate excellence in their field. The successful candidate will contribute to our commitment to excellence in teaching and student engagement.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in the field of politics and civic engagement, including legislative work, policy advocacy or fundraising, campaign work, nonprofit policy work, etc.
• Preferably holding an M.A. or Ph.D. in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Teaching PPUB 210: Campaign, Politics and Media in the fall semester.
• Teaching PPUB 211: Public Policy Practice in the spring semester.

Application Process

Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references on Xavier University’s website. Please note that this adjunct faculty pool will close on January 30, 2027; if you are not contacted by that date and remain interested, reapply to a new adjunct pool posting when it becomes available.

For additional information, contact Dr. Kathleen Smythe, Professor of History, at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity

Xavier University is an equal opportunity employer.