Adjunct, Political Science w/ Pre-Law Component

Job Title: Adjunct - Political Science with Pre-Law Component

Classification: Faculty

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Political Science Department

Reports: Chair

FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt

Location: Lincoln University Main Campus

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· We are seeking a candidate who can teach a variety of Pre-Law classes in person, such as POL 3010 – Race and American Law, POL 4000- Legal Problem Solving and Skills Development, and POL 4001- Supreme Court and Constitutional Law. The ability to also teach American National Government is preferred.

· Teach in-person undergraduate courses in specific content areas as assigned by the department chairperson.

· Prepares syllabi that meet department and university standards.

· Prepares meaningful classroom experiences, which include a variety of pedagogical strategies, including lectures, discussion, tests and exams.

· Compiles, administers, and grades examinations.

· Participates in assessment activities by submitting data of student learning outcomes in a timely fashion.

· In addition, all other relevant duties as assigned by the Chair.

EDUCATION:

· J.D. degree in related field required. J.D. / Ph.D. preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

· Some teaching experience as the instructor of record in an undergraduate/graduate institution is required.

· The candidate must be an Attorney at Law and conversant with law school admission requirements and how to prepare students for entry and success in law school.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must have a J.D.

· Must have teaching experience.

· Must be able to work with little or no supervision.

· Must be able to make decisions supporting the department’s mission and goals.

· Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written.

· Must have interpersonal skills, and the ability to work within a culturally diverse organization.

· Must have a high level of professional appearance and demeanor.

· Must have ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule including possible evening and weekend work. The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and body mobility to stoop, kneel, and bend and reach.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

· Applicants must submit the following:

· A current curriculum vitae or resume that includes information on education, experience, and ability related to the position.

· Copies of all college/university transcripts verifying degree(s) and/or coursework.

· The names and contact information for (3) three references.