Political Science Adjunct Instructor Pool, AY 2026-2027

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Department Summary

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for Political Science Adjunct Instructor Positions for Academic Year 2026-2027. The successful candidate will be expected to achieve excellence in teaching and to assist in further development of the UNT Dallas Department of History and Political Science. At UNT Dallas, we embody the values of “Courageous Integrity”, “Be Curious”, “We Care”, “Better Together”, and “Show Your Fire”. We seek a passionate educator who is committed to empowering students, transforming lives, and strengthening communities. The successful candidate will contribute to UNT Dallas’s mission to foster learning, cultivate curiosity, and create an environment of respect and belonging for all students.

Position Overview

Adjunct faculty plans classes and implements and evaluates teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes in conjunction with the Program Coordinator. Adjunct faculty undertakes the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member, including office hours. The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction for lower-division Political Science courses, including American Government I (National), American Government II (state), Introduction to Political Science, Introduction to Public Policy, and various other political science courses. Most courses are offered in the afternoons and evenings. Adjunct faculty members may be required to use certain texts and meet certain parameters set by the Department of History and Political Science. Adjunct instructors will also be required to include, in their courses, certain student assessment measures determined by the department, and to compile data on those assessment criteria.

Minimum Qualifications

A master’s degree in political science with outstanding teaching experience in teaching foundational-level Political Science courses, OR a master’s degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in Political Science; with outstanding teaching experience in teaching lower-level Political Science courses.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong teaching skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science or Ph.D./Ed.D. in Political Science, or equivalent, including 18 graduate hours in Political Science.
• Successful experience teaching adults in a post-secondary institution.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Experience teaching and developing online courses.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Varies

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Submit a professional CV; letter of application outlining applicant’s interest, qualifications and experience for the position; contact information of three professional references and unofficial graduate transcripts.

For more information visit https://careers.untsystem.edu/unt-dallas/home or contact Dr. Curtis McDowell at curtis.mcdowell@untdallas.edu. The position will remain open until filled.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.