Position Title: Quarterly Lecturer - Political Science (2026-2027 Pool) Position Type: Temporary Salary Range: $9,552 for each 4 or 5 unit course. Purpose: The Department of Political Science at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, invites applicants for Quarterly Lecturer position(s) (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in International Relations and/or Comparative Politics . Specific
assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system, and the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final examinations. This is an applicant pool; as such, positions are hired as needed. The successful candidate will teach no more than 2 courses in any quarter and no more than four courses over the fall,
winter and spring quarters. All classes will be presented in person; however, if county health and university health conditions deteriorate, the successful candidate may be asked to teach part of the course online. Fall Quarter (9/21/26 - 12/11/26, including exams; contract start date: September 1, 2026.) Courses of interest: “Introduction to Comparative Politics” (2 sections), “Introduction to International
Relations,” “Special Topics in Comparative Politics,” “International Law” Winter Quarter (1/4/27 - 3/19/27, including exams; contract start date: December 16, 2026.) Courses of interest: “Introduction to International Relations,” “Law, Security, and Force” Spring Quarter (3/29/27 - 6/10/27, including exams; contract start date: March 1, 2027.) No openings anticipated BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Terminal degree (Ph.D) in
Political Science or a closely-related field. Applicants who are ABD or possess a Master’s degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in Political Science or a closely-related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered. Demonstrated excellence in teaching Political Science at the college level. Excellent communication skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with
inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academic success for all students.. Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students. RESPONSIBILITIES TEACHING (100%) Teaching duties will not exceed more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four in any academic year, and will include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned
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