Political Science - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton seeks a part-time lecturer for its Political Science department. This role involves teaching upper-division and graduate courses in fields such as comparative politics and international law. Interested candidates should hold a Ph.D. or M.A. with significant graduate work and have prior university teaching experience. The position is dependent on availability and offers a salary range of $5,507 to $6,677 per month, prorated according to assigned units.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. candidate or M.A. with relevant coursework.
• Experience in university-level teaching required.
• Proven ability to engage with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach upper-division and graduate courses in comparative politics or international law.
• Prepare course materials and engage with students.

Skills

University-level teaching experience

Ability to work with culturally diverse students

Education

Ph.D. in political science or public administration or M.A. with substantial graduate work

Job description

Political Science – Part‑Time Lecturer Pool

The Division of Politics, Administration, and Justice at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Political Science Part‑Time Lecturer Pool. We are seeking intelligent, highly motivated, well‑organized part‑time lecturers to teach face‑to‑face upper‑division and graduate courses in comparative politics or international law.

This pool provides short‑term appointments that are often made just prior to the start of an academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. candidate in political science or public administration, or M.A. with substantial graduate work.
• Prior university‑level teaching experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse student body, including first‑generation college students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Relevant professional experience and skill sets that support teaching and curriculum development.

Appointment and Salary

All part‑time faculty are appointed as Lecturers under the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only.

Classification Range: $5,507 – $6,677 per month. Anticipated hiring range depends on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month. Compensation is prorated to units worked and paid in six monthly payments for each full semester (e.g., a three‑unit assignment typically yields $6,608.40 – $7,465.20 per semester).

Performance Evaluation

Regular performance evaluations of part‑time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future teaching assignments and may include review of syllabi, assignments, and reading materials by the departmental personnel committee.

Mandatory Reporting and Background Clearance

The holder of this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. Appointment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check; ongoing employment requires successful completion of periodic background screenings as per CSU policy.

Contact

Questions may be directed to Dr. Pamela Fiber Ostrow, Program Coordinator, [e-mail].

Application

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7146985.