"Temporary Faculty Political Science and International Studies"

Temporary Faculty Political Science and International Studies

Job ID: 287179

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time:

Regular/Temporary:

About Us

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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

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Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Armstrong Campus
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419

Department Information

Department of Political Science and International Studies
Carroll Building 2287
P.O. Box 8101
Statesboro, GA 30460-2532

Job Summary

The Department of Political Science and International Studies is now accepting applications for a pool of part-time faculty positions for the academic year 2025- 2026. These positions are on an as needed, semester-by-semester basis. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the B.A. programs in Political Science and/or International Studies.
• Applicants may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online).

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in the field of Political Science, International Relations, International Studies or closely allied field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Political Science, International Relations, or International Studies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching large (80 persons+) classes of introductory level college courses in International Studies, World Politics, or American Government.
• Prior teaching experience in both online and face-to-face modalities.

Proposed Salary

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 three 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

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Contact Information

Dr. Daniel Skidmore-Hess, Search Chair
danielskidmorehess@georgiasouthern.edu
(912) 344-2532

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