Visiting Instructor, Political Science

University of North Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Florida seeks a Visiting Instructor of Political Science for a 9-month, non-tenure earning appointment. The successful candidate will teach a 4/4 load within the undergraduate political science major and contribute to student internship experiences.

Requirements include a master's degree in political science or a closely related field and a Ph.D. in political science, government, or related discipline by August 3, 2026.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the discipline or closely related field required.
• Earned a Ph.D. in Political Science, Government, or related discipline by August 3, 2026.
• Experience teaching large, in-person sections of introductory American government and/or international relations courses.
• Experience teaching upper-division courses in American politics, public law, and/or research methods.
• Experience supervising student internships and/or field experiences.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 4/4 undergraduate teaching load in the political science major.
• Contribute to undergraduate curriculum and course development.
• Supervise student internships or field experiences as needed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Internship supervision

Education

Master's degree in Political Science or related field

PhD in Political Science, Government, or related discipline by Aug 3, 2026

Job description

General Description / Primary Purpose

The Department of Political Science and Public Administration seeks a 9-month, non-tenure earning Visiting Instructor of Political Science. Position responsibilities include a 4/4 teaching load in the undergraduate political science major.

Qualifications

Experienced candidate with a masters degree in the discipline or closely related field.

• Earned a Ph.D. in Political Science, Government, or a related discipline by August 3, 2026
• Experience teaching large, in-person sections of introductory courses in American government and/or international relations
• Experience teaching upper division courses in American politics, public law, and/or research methods
• Experience supervising student internships and/or field experience