Adjunct Lecturer, Global Studies (Pooled Posting)

Bentley University; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 80,631 - 104,156; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Robust benefits

Career development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Workplace flexibility

Job summary

A prestigious university in Massachusetts is seeking applications for future openings as an Adjunct Lecturer in the Global Studies Department. Candidates should possess a doctorate in a related discipline and demonstrate a willingness to use university systems like Blackboard. The role offers competitive compensation of $7,225 per course, with higher pay for certain courses, and emphasizes workplace flexibility and a positive employee experience.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in related discipline strongly preferred. PhD candidates in the late stages of training will be considered.
• Use of email required.
• Ability to use or learn university software systems, such as Blackboard, and incorporate into teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Global Studies including Comparative Politics, International Relations, U.S. Government and Politics, and Cultural Studies.

Skills

Ability to use or learn university software systems

Good communication skills

Education

Doctorate in related discipline

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Overview

Bentley University is accepting applications for future openings for Adjunct Lecturers in the Global Studies Department, in areas such as Comparative Politics, International Relations, U.S. Government and Politics, and Cultural Studies. Bentley University is always seeking qualified candidates for future openings and we encourage all qualified applicants to put their application into this pool. We will actively source candidates from this applicant pool.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in related discipline strongly preferred. PhD candidates in the late stages of training will be considered.
• Use of email required.
• Ability to use or learn university software systems, such as Blackboard, and incorporate into teaching.

Pay and Benefits

At Bentley we offer a “total rewards” package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we’re sharing the salary grade range for this role.

Salary

Compensation for adjunct faculty is governed by the collective bargaining agreement between Bentley University and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 509.

For the 2025–26 academic year, adjunct faculty are compensated at a rate of $7,225.00 per course.

Courses with labs and other four-credit courses shall will be compensated at a higher minimum rate of $9,333.00 per course.

Application and Screening

If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at [e-mail].

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

Diversity Statement

Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.