"Temporary Faculty Political Science and International Studies"

Job Summary

The Department of Political Science and International Studies is accepting applications for a pool of part-time faculty to teach in our Law and Politics emphasis. Courses might include: POLS 3139 Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights; POLS 3101 Moot Court I; POLS 3140 Intro to the Law; POLS 3438 Gender and the Law; POLS 3449 Torts. Part-time faculty will teach up to 6 hours (two courses). The position is a one semester appointment subject to renewal. Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

Earned PhD in Political Science, JD, or master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Political Science at the time of appointment. Membership in the American Bar Association. Experience practicing law in the subject area of course(s) to be taught.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience. This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least two professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service. Ability to support various constituencies served by the University. Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position. Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success. Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Department Chair, Jamie Scalera Elliott, at jscalera@georgiasouthern.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus. Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.