Adjunct, Political Science w/ Pre-Law Component

Lincoln University PA; Lincoln University (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Lincoln University invites applications for an Adjunct - Political Science with Pre-Law Component. The position will teach in-person courses and contribute to the Pre-Law sequence within the Political Science Department.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D. and has teaching experience; you will prepare syllabi, deliver engaging lectures, and assess student outcomes, with duties assigned by the Chair. Evening/weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a J.D. degree and be an attorney at law.
• Experience teaching undergraduate/graduate courses as instructor of record.
• Ability to teach Pre-Law classes in person (e.g., POL 3010, POL 4000, POL 4001).
• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person Pre-Law content as assigned by the department chair.
• Prepare syllabi and meaningful classroom experiences.
• Prepare, administer, and grade examinations.
• Participate in assessment activities and report student outcomes.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Chair.

Skills

Attorney at Law

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

J.D. degree

Ph.D. preferred

Job description

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Position:Adjunct, Political Science w/ Pre-Law Component

Location: Lincoln University, PA

Job Id:1260

# of Openings:1

Job Title: Adjunct - Political Science with Pre-Law Component

Classification: Faculty

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Political Science Department

Location: Lincoln University Main Campus

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• We are seeking a candidate who can teach a variety of Pre-Law classes in person, such as POL 3010 – Race and American Law, POL 4000- Legal Problem Solving and Skills Development, and POL 4001- Supreme Court and Constitutional Law. The ability to also teach American National Government is preferred.
• Teach in-person undergraduate courses in specific content areas as assigned by the department chairperson.
• Prepares syllabi that meet department and university standards.
• Prepares meaningful classroom experiences, which include a variety of pedagogical strategies, including lectures, discussion, tests and exams.
• Compiles, administers, and grades examinations.
• Participates in assessment activities by submitting data of student learning outcomes in a timely fashion.
• In addition, all other relevant duties as assigned by the Chair.

EDUCATION:

• J.D. degree in related field required. J.D. / Ph.D. preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Some teaching experience as the instructor of record in an undergraduate/graduate institution is required.
• The candidate must be an Attorney at Law and conversant with law school admission requirements and how to prepare students for entry and success in law school.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a J.D.
• Must have teaching experience.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to make decisions supporting the department’s mission and goals.
• Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written.
• Must have interpersonal skills, and the ability to work within a culturally diverse organization.
• Must have a high level of professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must have ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule including possible evening and weekend work. The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and body mobility to stoop, kneel, and bend and reach.