"Political Science/Public Administration Instructor and Online Coordinator"

Posting Number:

F-1032

College/Unit:

College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Home Department:

School of Politics, Society, Justice and Public Service

Employee Group:

Fixed-Term Faculty - Academic Year

Employment Status:

Full-Time

Position Type:

9 month (Academic Year)

Position Classification:

Fixed-Term Faculty

Position Begin Date:

08/24/2026

Position End Date:

05/15/2028

Position Summary:

The School of Politics, Society, Justice and Public Service (the School) at Central Michigan University invites applications for a full-time fixed-term faculty position, with a primary focus on managing and engaging students in the School’s undergraduate online programs in Political Science, International Relations, and Public & Nonprofit Administration. The responsibilities of this position also include teaching at least four online courses during the academic year in the Political Science, International Relations, or Public & Nonprofit Administration programs (depending on the applicant’s area of expertise). This position will work under the supervision of the School’s Chairperson and also closely collaborate with the University’s online advisors and support staff. This position begins on August 24, 2026, and is a two-year appointment with the possibility of renewal, pending performance and the School’s needs.

The administrative duties of this position include: participating in the University’s online orientation events for new students, welcoming and mentoring online students each semester, reviewing existing course shells, hosting and promoting virtual events, promoting students’ online success, and serving as the primary liaison between online students and the School.

Our goal is to strengthen and expand the School’s online programs by appointing a dedicated individual to support and engage the School’s online students in Political Science, International Relations, and Public & Nonprofit Administration. Additionally, we want this position to contribute as a liaison between the department and CMU Online on the curricular and quality assurance side.

This position is open to remote work from within the United States; however, priority consideration will be given to candidates located in Michigan.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Political Science/International Relations or Public/Nonprofit Administration, or closely related field.
• Two years of online teaching experience at the university level.
• Demonstrated leadership and collaboration in online programs.
• Experience engaging online learners from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Effective oral/written communication skills.
• Expertise in online pedagogy with proficiency in the use of online instructional technologies.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Political Science/International Relations or Public/Nonprofit Administration, or closely related field.

Message to Applicants:

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.

You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.

For “Other Document (1),” please upload a personal statement describing your experience and ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders in the management of online programs.

Priority consideration will be given to those who apply by April 17, 2026.

About the Department:

The School of Politics, Society, Justice and Public Service is comprised of faculty and programs in political science, public administration, sociology (including social and criminal justice and youth studies), and social work. The School currently has online and face-to-face programs in Political Science, International Relations, Public & Nonprofit Administration and a variety of minors and certificates. For more information about the School, please visit our website.

Posting Begins:

03/23/2026

Posting Ends:

Open Until Filled:

Yes