Adjunct - Political Science

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in assigned discipline
• Prepare and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction (in-person, hybrid, or online as assigned)
• Maintains appropriate office hours (1 hour per week per course) and advises students on coursework
• Affirm student performance and provide timely feedback
• Maintain regular communication with students and department leadership
• Holds up university academic policies and integrity standards

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Political Science, International Relations, or related field
• Demonstrated expertise or professional experience in the subject area
• Strong communication and instructional skills
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and student success

Why Teach at Marymount?

• Mission-driven institution committed to personal attention and student engagement
• Small class sizes that support meaningful interaction
• Access to academic resources and faculty support
• Opportunity to teach in a region rich with professional, governmental, and nonprofit organizations
• Flexible scheduling for working professionals

Application Process

To support a thorough evaluation of your qualifications and potential contributions as a faculty member, please upload the following required materials:

• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Letter of application/cover letter
• Teaching philosophy (2 pages max)
• Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts
• List of three professional references and their contact information

A maximum of 5 files can be uploaded, so you will need to combine some documents or combine them all into one PDF file.

Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the "Resume/Cover letter" section of the application.

Due to volume of applications received, only applications that include all required materials outlined above will be considered.

Compensation/Benefits

• Adjuncts receive remuneration on a semester basis, and may range from $1,200/credit hour
• May make their own contribution to a 403b retirement plan

Important Note

Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the "Resume/Cover letter" section of the application.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.

Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer.

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The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission.

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