"Teaching Post Doctoral Instructor, Political Science"

Teaching Post Doctoral Instructor, Political Science

The Department of Political Science at University of the Pacific invites applications for a three-year, full-time, non-tenure track appointment as post-doctoral instructor in American politics. A Ph.D. in Political Science is required by the time of appointment. Salary is commensurate with experience and includes the option of receiving additional compensation for summer teaching. This position includes health, dental and vision benefits, as well as conference travel support during the academic year. The successful candidate will teach 5 courses over the academic year. Preference is given to applicants with teaching experience in American institutions and/or public policy.

Qualified candidates should have demonstrated experience working with a diverse community of learners. For more information about Pacific's Political Science department, visit: http://www.pacific.edu/Academics/Schools-and-Colleges/College-of-the-Pacific/Academics/Departments-and-Programs/political-science.html. Application review will begin on March 14, 2025 and will continue until the position has been filled. Please apply through people admin and include the following as attachments: 1) letter of interest; 2) CV; 3) teaching statement, including a list of preferred courses; 4) up to two sample syllabi and related course materials including teaching evaluations; and 5) names and contact information for three references.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Political Science at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Work is performed during standard hours. Additional hours may be required to meet business needs or deadlines.

Special Instructions:

To apply, Please submit the following: A letter of Interest, Curriculum Vitae, Teaching Statement including a list of preferred courses, Up to two sample syllabi and related course materials including course evaluations, Names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin on March 14, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.