Instructor of Political Studies

2 weeks ago


La Jolla, California, United States UC San Diego Full time
Position Overview

Position Title:
Instructor

Salary Range:
The estimated salary range for this role is $66,259-$97,304 (full-time salary). The established academic salary scales determine the minimum compensation based on rank and/or step at appointment.

Application Window

Open Date: Applications are currently being accepted.

Most Recent Review Date: Applications will be reviewed periodically until the position is filled.

Final Date: Applications will continue to be accepted until the final date, with consideration given to those received prior to the review date.

Position Description

The Department of Political Studies at UC San Diego is creating a pool of candidates for the position of Instructor for the Academic Year (Unit 18-Non-Senate Faculty) to teach courses on a temporary basis as openings arise. Selected candidates will be drawn from this pool to fulfill teaching responsibilities throughout the academic year. The number of available positions will vary each term based on departmental needs. Applicants must specify the courses they wish to teach and their availability in their cover letter.

Appointments typically commence at the start of an academic quarter and may be renewed based on necessity, funding, performance, and the Department's commitment to fostering intellectual diversity.

In addition to the primary responsibility of teaching, general duties encompass (but are not limited to) holding office hours, grading assignments, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), and managing a course website. Instructors of larger courses are expected to oversee and mentor graduate student Teaching Assistants.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application)

Applicants must possess a PhD in Political Science or a closely related discipline, or a relevant professional degree (including, but not limited to, JD, MPA, MBA).

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with prior research or practical experience pertinent to the courses they are applying to teach and/or previous college-level teaching experience, which may include experience as a teaching assistant.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recent C.V.
  • Cover Letter - Outline of training, research, and teaching experience and interests.
  • Teaching Evaluations
  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity.
  • Sample Syllabi
  • Miscellaneous / Additional (Optional)
Reference Requirements
  • 0-2 letters of reference required
About UC San Diego

UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories.

As a University employee, compliance with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements is required. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

UC San Diego prohibits smoking and tobacco use on all University-controlled properties.



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