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Instructor, Political Science

Lamar University  ·  Political Science  ·  Beaumont, TX
InstructorPolitical Science

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Instructor, Political Science Print Instructor, Political Science Salary See Position Description Location Beaumont, TX Job Type Full-Time Faculty Job Number 202600439 Home Org Political Science Opening Date 10/05/2026 FLSA Exempt Description Benefits Questions Job Summary The instructor in Political Science will teach face to face and on-line sections of POLS 2301: Intro to American Gov’t I and POLS 2302: Intro to

American Gov’t II. Both courses have an American government and Texas government component. Well qualified faculty may be asked to teacher upper level or graduate courses based on qualifications and departmental need.Special Note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future. Essential Job

Functions Teach undergraduate Political Science courses, including POLS 2301: Introduction to American Government I and POLS 2302: Introduction to American Government II, in face-to-face and online formats. Develop and deliver course content that incorporates American and Texas government principles and achieves established learning outcomes.Assess and evaluate student learning through examinations, assignments,

projects, and other instructional methods; maintain accurate academic records; provide timely feedback; and submit grades in accordance with university policies and deadlines.Support student success by maintaining regular office hours, responding to student inquiries, providing academic guidance, and fostering an engaging and productive learning environment.Participate in departmental, college, and university service

activities, remain current in the discipline and instructional methods, and teach upper-level or graduate Political Science courses as assigned based on qualifications and departmental needs. Minimum and Desired Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:Master’s degree in political science or public administration.Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in American Government,including federal and Texas

government topics.Desired Qualifications:Ph. D. in Political Science or Public Administration. Supplemental Information Key Competencies:Effective teaching skills.Effective verbal/written communication skills.Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.Physical Requirements: Standing for extended periods of teaching.Job Conditions: Work is performed in a classroom, office, and online instructional environment

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