Teaching Fellow in Political Science

POSITION SUMMARY

The Division of Human Performance and Behavior at Schreiner University invites applications for a 2 – 3 year fixed term, full-time, 10-month Teaching Fellow in Political Science beginning Fall 2026.

Typical responsibilities for the Teaching Fellow include:

• Teaching 15 credit hours per semester (30 credit hours annually).
• Participation in a mandatory four-week Summer Faculty Development Institute at the end of each academic year, focused on refining and developing teaching and pedagogical practices, curriculum design and assessment, scholarship of teaching and learning.
• Providing service to the university through committee work.
• Advising students both in pursuit of their degrees and in future career options.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or doctoral degree in Political Science.
• Demonstrated teaching experience is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of staff and students.

Additional Information:

Upon successful completion of the 2 – 3 year term, candidates may be considered for a tenure-track position based on teaching performance, curriculum contributions, terminal degree requirements, and institutional needs.

Application Process:

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

In addition to the online application, applicants are required to submit the following materials:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching Evaluations
• Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial transcripts
• Names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three references

All application materials should be sent to: hr@schreiner.edu.