2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Political Science California State University2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Political ScienceSacramento, CA$5,507–$6,677POSITION DETAILS: The Department of Political Science is housed in the College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies, which includes ten academic departments, four interdisciplinary programs, and several centers and institutes, including the Project for an Informed Electorate and the Center for Race, Immigration, and Social Justice. As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.
Lecturer AY - Political Science California State UniversityLecturer AY - Political SciencePomona, CA$5,507–$6,677For political science courses, ABD in Political Science or subfield thereof required by date of application; For positions teaching race and ethnicity courses, ABD in Ethnic Studies or a related field may be considered; For positions teaching public law courses, a J.D. and appropriate experience may be considered; For courses teaching public administration courses, ABD in a doctoral program with a PA emphasis and/or MPA (by date of application) or other master's level degree directly related to the subject being taught and/or experience in government or nonprofit organizations may be considered; Salary and Benefit Information. We also offer and prioritize several polytechnic, small-group experiences including National Model United Nations, Model Organization of American States, Judicial Internship, and department Study Away/Study Abroad programs (e.g., Sacramento, Iowa Caucuses, Japan, Italy, England, Switzerland).
Adjunct Position for Political Science University Of The Cumberlands, Inc.Adjunct Position for Political ScienceJob Responsibilities: Responsible for teaching online political science courses, which include but are not limited to: POLS 131: Introduction to Political Science. The University of the Cumberlands is currently seeking candidates for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate political science courses online.
2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Political Science Sacramento State2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool - Political ScienceSacramento, CaliforniaThe Department of Political Science is housed in the College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies, which includes ten academic departments, four interdisciplinary programs, and several centers and institutes, including the Project for an Informed Electorate and the Center for Race, Immigration, and Social Justice. As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety .
Assistant Professor of Political Science (International Relations & Methodology University of MinnesotaAssistant Professor of Political Science (International Relations & MethodologyMinneapolis, MN$75,000–$150,000 / yearLocated at the heart of one of the nations most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. CLA is committed to increasing enrollment of underrepresented and under-resourced students, diversifying our faculty across all disciplines, recruiting, and retaining a diverse staff, and promoting the expression and exploration of diverse perspectives and viewpoints - so that we all gain the background knowledge and analytical skills we need to understand and respect differences.
Instructional Faculty FT - Political Science Montgomery CollegeInstructional Faculty FT - Political ScienceMontgomery County, MD$64,510–$98,220 / yearFaculty duties include serving on department, campus and college-wide committees, advising students for the International Studies AA Program, providing leadership to student clubs, maintaining an active program of professional development, and participating in professional organizations and activities. Duties include but are not limited to: The faculty member will be expected to teach a variety of Political Science courses offered by the discipline, with an emphasis on teaching American Government, Comparative Politics & Government, and International Relations.
Political Science Lecturer Pool California State UniversityPolitical Science Lecturer PoolSan José, CA$5,507–$5,959Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf . Cutting-edge research, combined with world-class scholarship, student-centered learning opportunities, and experiential and interdisciplinary programs, allows SJSU to provide transformative opportunities that advance the public good locally and globally.
Assistant Professor - Political Science - U.S. politics with a specialization in Latina/o/x/é politics and public policy CSU CareersAssistant Professor - Political Science - U.S. politics with a specialization in Latina/o/x/é politics and public policySan José, CaliforniaWe are also interested in candidates investigating how the structure and design of governing institutions (including the intersection of immigration law and civil rights) shapes policy outcomes in such areas as health care, education, legal protections, environmental policy, and/or social welfare in Latinx/é communities in the United States. Demonstrated teaching experience or potential to teach effectively in Latina/o/x/é politics and policy and additional courses in our curriculum, such as Essentials in U.S and California Government, Race and Politics, American Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Law and Society, and/or Political Science Research Methods.
High School History and Political Science Tutor/Teacher Novel PrepHigh School History and Political Science Tutor/TeacherDiamond Bar, CAPart timeThe ideal candidate should have a rich background in history and political science, capable of teaching various courses including United States History, Honors United States History, United States History since the Civil War Honors, AP United States History, World History (Since 1450), Honors World History, AP World History: Modern, AP European History, World Geography, AP Human Geography, United States Government and Politics, AP United States Government and Politics, Honors United States Government and Politics, or AP Comparative Government and Politics. Stay updated on developments in the fields of history and political science education, including new teaching methods, educational technologies, and relevant research.
2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool- Political Science PageUp2026-27 AY Lecturer Pool- Political ScienceLos Angeles, CaliforniaHires from the pool of applicants are made when there are instructional needs to fill coursework offered by an academic department based on changing enrollment patterns, changes to tenure-track faculty assignments, and other factors that cannot be addressed with existing faculty. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all of its students.
Part-Time Lecturer - Political Science University of Massachusetts DartmouthPart-Time Lecturer - Political ScienceMALocated on a beautiful 710-acre suburban campus on the South Coast of Massachusetts, UMass Dartmouth offers faculty the opportunity to work alongside talented students and colleagues in a community defined by genuine support and dedication. The College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Political Science value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Adjunct Instructor: Political Science University of North Texas SystemAdjunct Instructor: Political ScienceDenton, TexasRemoteThe instructor will be responsible for preparing and delivering course instruction, evaluating student work, maintaining required academic records, communicating with students, holding appropriate office hours, and complying with departmental and university policies and deadlines. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
Assistant Professor of Political Science - Law & Society (27/28) California State UniversityAssistant Professor of Political Science - Law & Society (27/28)San Luis Obispo, CA$90,276–$98,244 / yearThe Department of Political Science in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo, California, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor with a specialization in law and society or law and politics, to begin approximately August 12, 2027. Although Cal Poly is primarily a teaching university, our faculty are expected to balance teaching with an active program of research/professional development (including publication), student supervision and advising, and participation in service activities at the department and college/university level.
BCAS - Assistant Professor of Political Science - 530396 University of AlabamaBCAS - Assistant Professor of Political Science - 530396Tuscaloosa, ALSince 2015, UA has invested over $1.1 billion in the physical campus, adding more than 2.55 million gross square feet of space, over 150 new research-intensive faculty, signature research areas (e.g., "The Alabama Research Institutes"), and a growing number of partnerships with industry and with state and federal agencies. With more than 1,400 acres of tree-lined academic core campus and over 300 state-of-the art facilities, UA has been ranked among the most beautiful and most impressive college campuses in the South, in the state of Alabama and in the nation.
Assistant Professor of Political Science Belmont UniversityAssistant Professor of Political ScienceNashville, TNBecause all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program with significant interdisciplinary components, the University particularly seeks applicants who demonstrate an interest in and ability to collaborate on course design and teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in the program. Application Requirements: During the application process, applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume, and a one-page, 300-400-word essay describing how their core beliefs and practices inform their support for Belmont's Christ-centered mission and shape their approaches to teaching, research, and service.
Assistant Professor of Political Science (Public Administration) University Of Arkansas SystemAssistant Professor of Political Science (Public Administration)Fayetteville, ARApplicants must submit: 1) A curriculum vitae; 2) A cover letter explaining their interest in the position and how their research and teaching meet the advertised qualifications; 3) A research statement; a teaching statement that identifies the MPA courses and an appropriate 20000-level undergraduate course they would be prepared to teach and includes evidence of teaching effectiveness; 4) One representative writing sample; 5) A list of three professional references (name, title, institutional affiliation, email address, and phone number). The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
Lecturer of Political Science and International Studies UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEMLecturer of Political Science and International StudiesDenton, TXFaculty in the department have previously edited the American Political Science Review, International Studies Quarterly, and Journal of Political Science Education, The department also houses the Castleberry Peace Institute, the Peace Studies Program, and the International Studies Program. The faculty member will be expected to teach INST 2100 and advanced courses in political science and international studies, including courses in international security, national security, and area studies.
Instructor of Political Science/Public Administration University of South CarolinaInstructor of Political Science/Public AdministrationColumbia, SCBenefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package including health and life insurance, generous paid leave, and retirement programs. Advertised Job Summary The Department of Political Science at the University of South Carolina Columbia campus invites applications for a full-time professional track instructor position in Political Science/Public Administration to begin August 16, 2026.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool for Department of Political Science AY 26-27 California State UniversityPart-Time Lecturer Pool for Department of Political Science AY 26-27Hayward, CA$5,507–$6,677DUTIES OF THE POSITION: Teaching assignments may be in lower-division or upper-division courses in the following areas: American Government (such as American Political Institutions, California Politics/Public Policy, among others), Public Law, Political Theory, and Comparative Government. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Cal State East Bay Annual Campus Security Report is available here.
Assistant Professor - Department of Political Science University of Massachusetts AmherstAssistant Professor - Department of Political ScienceAmherst, MA$79,350–$125,811 / yearPlease note: The low-end of the pay range in all faculty searches at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is the minimum salary for the rank included in the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Massachusetts Society of Professors, UMass Amherst/MTA/NEA. Applicants should have a research focus on social media, digital platforms, and/or artificial intelligence in the context of how these technologies are rapidly reshaping campaigns, political discourse, and democratic institutions in the United States.