Adjunct Lecturer - Political Science

Benedictine University; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 1,653,120 - 1,928,640; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Plans

Mental Health Support

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Job summary

An inclusive academic community is seeking an adjunct lecturer for Political Science. Responsibilities include teaching in-person courses on Constitutional Law II and online courses on Violence in America. Candidates must possess a Doctoral or Master’s degree with relevant experience. This part-time role offers compensation based on contact hours and supports various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the university level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Constitutional Law II in person.
• Teach Violence in America online.

Skills

Experience in relevant area

Doctoral or Master’s degree

Education

Doctoral or Master’s degree

Job description

Adjunct Lecturer - Political Science

Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by theCatholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees whowill contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shapelives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth,welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.

Department: Political Science

Classification: Part-time, Non-benefit eligible

Rate: $1400 per contact hour (with a terminal degree) and $1200 per contact hour (without a terminal degree). This compensation is per contact hour and is subject to change based on class size.

Responsibilities

• Teach Constitutional Law II (Mon/Wed 1:30-2:45 pm) in person.
• Teach Violence in America online asynchronous in fall 2025.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral or Master’s degree and experience in relevant area required.

Application Process

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates who are offered an adjunct faculty position at Benedictine University must present their Official Transcripts and Curriculum Vitae (CV) in order to be considered for the position. These items must be presented to Human Resources before the position starts.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Use of computer screen, phone and customer service. May require bending, or sitting for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols is required.

Training

As a University employee you are required to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or in person. Employees must complete all trainings required by Benedictine University.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Paid Leave in accordance with State Law where applicable (IL – Paid Leave Act and AZ – Earned Paid Sick Time).
• Retirement Plans: Save for your future with our retirement Supplemental Retirement Savings.
• Mental Health Support: Access to counseling and resources for mental well-being.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.

EEO Statement

Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required. Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.