Adjunct Faculty, Political Science

3 weeks ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States La Salle University Full time
Position Details
Position Overview

Position Title
Adjunct Faculty, Political Science

Department
212210 – Political Science

Position Description/Posting Details

Posting Number
A0154P

Position Summary

La Salle University's Political Science has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach a variety of courses each semester on an "as needed" basis.


Courses generally taught by adjunct faculty may include:
Introduction to US Government, Congress, The Presidency, and Media and Poltics. These courses are generally offered in person, in the daytime.

Essential Duties

  • Prepare meaningful lectures and class activities for the full duration of the published class time for each class period according to academic calendar.
  • Create a syllabus that meets the Provost's Syllabus Checklist requirements.
  • Create assessment activities that support the stated learning outcomes for the course.
  • Address student questions in a timely and helpful manner.
  • Use Canvas and other technology to enhance student learning.
  • Support and follow University policies and procedures as well as those for the BUSCA Program.
  • Attend faculty meetings.
  • Submit grades and materials for assessment projects on or before stated deadlines.
  • Communicate student concerns with personnel in the program.
Required Qualifications
– Master's degree in Political Science, Education or related field. Candidates with a PhD or JD are encouraged to apply.

  • Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching American Government.
  • Knowledge and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Research interest or coursework in Voting Behavior; or Media and Politics
  • Previous experience teaching at the collegiate level.
  • Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

  • Some classes offered may be in the evenings, on weekends, or online.
Special Instructions to Applicant
For more information about the Political Science Department, please visit

La Salle University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports a fully inclusive, equitable, and diverse working and learning environment.

We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly.

These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered.

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