Part Time Faculty Interest Pool - Ethnic Studies

PCC Portland Community College; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Oregon Sick Leave

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

PCC Portland Community College is hiring part-time faculty for its Ethnic Studies program. Candidates will join a hiring pool for substitute and full-term assignments. Applicants must reside in Oregon or Washington and demonstrate engagement in Ethnic Studies.

The role requires a Master’s degree or PhD in relevant fields. Compensation includes Oregon Sick Leave and retirement plans. For more info, see pcc.edu/hr/benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in relevant fields such as Ethnic Studies.
• Clear record of academic coursework in Ethnic Studies.
• Demonstrated engagement in Ethnic Studies pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Ethnic Studies program.
• Be available for substitute and full-term assignments.
• List PCC courses that candidates can teach.

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Ethnic Studies

Master’s degree or PhD in Asian American Studies

Master’s degree or PhD in Black Studies

Master’s degree or PhD in Chicanx Studies

Master’s degree or PhD in Native American Studies

Master's Degree or PhD in any field with Ethnic Studies focus

Job description

Position Summary

Portland Community College (PCC) is seeking part‑time faculty to fill courses in the Ethnic Studies program. Candidates will be placed on a hiring pool and may be considered for substitute assignments as well as full‑term class assignments during the academic year.

Eligibility

PCC limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon or Washington. Applicants must be able to establish residence in one of these states. Reasonable accommodation is available for the hiring process. The position does not offer foreign‑national or H‑1B visa sponsorship.

Instructions for Application

As part of the application, candidates should list the current PCC courses they would be able to teach. Applications are reviewed in the order received and assignments are made as course needs arise. For more information on the program and instructor qualifications, see the PCC instructor qualification page and the PCC course catalog.

Instructor Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Ethnic Studies
• Master’s degree or PhD in Asian American Studies, Black Studies, Chicanx Studies, Native American Studies
• Master’s Degree or PhD in any field plus a clear record of academic coursework, teaching, and/or publication in the field of Ethnic Studies such as: instructor of record for two or more college‑level courses in Ethnic Studies; primary author of two or more publications in the field of Ethnic Studies; at least 15 quarter credits (or equivalent) of upper‑division or graduate coursework in Ethnic Studies; Master’s thesis or dissertation employing an interdisciplinary approach to the study of race and/or ethnicity in the United States; or demonstrated engagement and ongoing commitment to Ethnic Studies programs, courses, and pedagogy.

Compensation and Benefits

Newly hired part‑time faculty begin at Step1 of the current salary schedule. Hourly rates are determined based upon the type of course taught (lecture, lab, or lecture/lab). PCC offers Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans for eligible employees. For details on benefits eligibility and enrollment, visit pcc.edu/hr/benefits.

Veterans Preference

PCC complies with Oregon Veterans’ Preference in Public Employment law. Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans receive preference during recruitment. Applicants should provide the required documentation (DD‑214 for veterans; DD‑214 and VA letter for disabled veterans) during the application process.

Equal Opportunity Employment

PCC is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class. PCC also respects the rights of veterans under the Oregon Veterans’ Preference law.