Lecturer, Latin America Politics (9-Month, On-Campus)

Gonzaga University; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gonzaga University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track Lecturer position in Comparative Politics with a focus on Latin America. The appointment begins August 16, 2027 and is renewable annually based on performance and curricular need.

The Lecturer will teach 24 credits per year, typically two sections of introductory Comparative Politics, with additional courses in regional and major/minor requirements, plus service as part of the academic community.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science or equivalent by start date or by July 31, 2027.
• Specialization in Comparative Politics with aLatin American focus.
• Experience teaching undergraduates from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to Gonzaga's mission and cura personalis.

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of 24 credits per academic year.
• Offer introductory courses and upper-division survey on Latin America.
• Engage in service for department, university and discipline.

Skills

Comparative politics specialization

Latin America regional focus

Teaching undergraduate students

Instructor of record experience (pref.

Education

Ph.D. in Political Science or international equivalent

ABD considered if degree confers by July 31, 2027

Job description

Gonzaga University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track Lecturer position in Comparative Politics with a focus on Latin America. The appointment begins August 16, 2027 and is renewable annually based on performance and curricular need.

The Lecturer will teach 24 credits per year, typically two sections of introductory Comparative Politics, with additional courses in regional and major/minor requirements, plus service as part of the academic community.