Adjunct Part-Time Professor, Political Science/Urban Studies

Trinity University; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 6,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas seeks a Part-Time Faculty member for the Spring 2027 semester to teach Urban Politics (PLSI 34/URBS 3416).

The course explores urban space, politics, institutions, and the people who live in cities, with emphasis on why cities matter and how they shape inequality. Candidates should have a Master’s in political science or related field and university teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Mastery of the relevant subject matter.
• Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, or in-class activities.
• Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments.
• Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University.

Responsibilities

• Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards.
• Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments.
• Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams.
• Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines.
• Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director.
• Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services.
• Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin.

Skills

Mastery of the subject matter

Engaging lectures

Design rigorous assignments

Liberal arts mission

Education

Masters degree or equivalent in political science, urban studies, or related field

Job description

Job Family Group: Faculty

Time Type: Part time

Department/Office: Sociology & Anthropology

Exemption Status: Exempt

Job Description

Trinity University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty for the Spring 2027 semester to teach the following course:

PLSI 34/URBS 3416: Urban Politics

An exploration of the urban space, including the politics, institutions, power centers, policies, and the people who live in urban environments. Emphasis is given to why cities matter, how cities are organized, how cities operate as an economic engine, and how cities shape identity and experiences while producing inequality. Contemporary urban issues are considered, such as demographic changes, community power, and public transportation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards
• Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments
• Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams
• Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines
• Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director
• Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services
• Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin

EDUCATION

Masters degree or equivalent in political science, urban studies, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE

University teaching/classroom experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Mastery of the relevant subject matter
• Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, or in-class activities
• Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments
• Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University

CONTACT INFORMATION

Christine Drennon, Search Committee Chair, Urban Studies Program, [e-mail]