Lecturer, Comparative Politics (Latin America) – Undergrad

Gonzaga University; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track Lecturer position in Comparative Politics, with a specialization in Latin America, beginning August 16, 2027. The appointment is renewable annually, subject to performance review and curricular and institutional need.

The successful candidate will teach introductory and upper-division Latin American politics courses, and other undergraduate offerings in line with departmental needs, with a

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science or international equivalent (ABD allowed if degree conferred by July 31, 2027).
• Specialization in Comparative Politics with a Latin America focus.
• Evidence of effectiveness in teaching undergraduate students; instructor of record preferred but not required.
• Commitment to Gonzaga's mission, cura personalis, and educating for leadership, justice and service.

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of 24 credits per academic year, including intro and upper-division Latin American politics courses.
• Contribute to service, advising, and academic citizenship within the department.

Skills

Comparative Politics

Undergraduate teaching

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Ph.D. in Political Science

Job description

Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track Lecturer position in Comparative Politics, with a specialization in Latin America, beginning August 16, 2027. The appointment is renewable annually, subject to performance review and curricular and institutional need.

The successful candidate will teach introductory and upper-division Latin American politics courses, and other undergraduate offerings in line with departmental needs, with a