Part -Time Faculty (Temporary) in Political Science

University of Maine; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 44,640 - 61,380; Part time

Job summary

The University of Maine is seeking a Part-Time Faculty (Temporary) member in Political Science for fall 2026 and/or spring 2027. Duties include syllabus development, lesson planning, grading, and student communication. Ideal candidates have a Master’s degree in Political Science or related fields, with preference for those with teaching experience and a Ph.D. The position requires in-person teaching on campus and may be renewed based on performance and course availability.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in Political Science or related fields.
• Ability to develop syllabus and lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop syllabus aligned with departmental expectations.
• Plan lessons, design assignments, and grade student work.
• Hold office hours and correspond with students.

Education

Master’s degree in Political Science or a closely related field

Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related field (preferred)

Job description

Part -Time Faculty (Temporary) in Political Science

Job Info

• Job Identification 2623
• Posting Date 04/23/2026, 07:15 PM
• Locations College Avenue, Orono, ME, 04469, US (On-site)
• Business Unit University of Maine
• Job Schedule Part time
• Regular or Temporary Temporary
• Department UM Political Science
• Job Type Temporary Salaried

Job Description

Statement of the Job: In the Department of Political Science, one or more courses may be offered to part-time, temporary faculty members in fall 2026 and/or spring 2027. Courses available could include courses in comparative politics, international relations, and media and politics.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: syllabus development aligned with departmental expectations, lesson planning, assignment design, grading, office hours, correspondence with students, use of an online learning management system and/or other instructional software, course coordination meetings with other faculty members, and required orientation and training.

Positions require teaching in person on campus.

Part-time temporary faculty members may be rehired in subsequent semesters based on course availability, schedule, funding, and performance. Continuation is subject to the terms of the PATFA bargaining agreement and other applicable university policies.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree in Political Science or a closely related field.
• Academic preparation adequate for the courses to be taught.

Preferred:

• At least two years’ college teaching experience.
• Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related field.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.

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