Faculty Hiring!

Title: Adjunct Faculty, Political Science

Area: College of Arts and Sciences

Department: Political Science

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Months per year: 4.5 

Salary Range: $1,485 per credit for MA/MS; $1,686 per credit for Ph.D. or Terminal Degree.

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: No

Job Purpose:

The Department of Political Science at Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applications to teach, as an adjunct faculty member, one section of Constitutional Law: Institutional Powers offered Fall semester 2025. We seek applicants whose teaching methods and materials intentionally foster the full participation and engagement of our students, with particular attention to students from diverse and marginalized backgrounds.

Additionally, while University service is not a requirement or an expectation for this position, all members of the department are invited and welcome to contribute to and participate in the scholarly life of our community. Gonzaga University features an outstanding Center for Teaching and Advising that sponsors regular faculty development and education opportunities.

About Gonzaga University and Spokane, Washington
Founded in 1887, Gonzaga is a private, liberal arts institution located in Spokane, WA. Gonzaga’s mission reflects its Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic identity. (See: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement). The Department of Political Science awards the BA degree and enjoys a growing enrollment of politically involved, social justice-minded students. Our average class size is under 25, enabling our faculty to invest in engaged pedagogy and transformational teaching. Gonzaga has been ranked in the top 20 for excellence in undergraduate teaching among National Universities by US News and World Report.

Gonzaga’s 152-acre campus sits along the Spokane River within walking distance of downtown Spokane, on the ancestral homelands of the Spokane Tribe of Indians. Spokane is the second largest city in Washington and pairs a lower cost of living with many urban advantages, including a conveniently located international airport, a vibrant art community, and a range of exciting restaurants. Located on the east side of Washington State, Spokane offers many options for outdoor enjoyment including hiking, boating and fishing on numerous local lakes, and several ski resorts within driving distance.

For more information on our mission, please visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement

Essential Functions:

• Prepare, plan and teach assigned courses
• Hold office hours (amount determined in consultation with Department Chair) 
• Create and grade assignments, including submitting grades according to established deadlines
• Teach one section of POLS 323, Constitutional Law: Institutional Powers

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.A. (or equivalent) in Political Science or JD.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, including the ability to effectively respond to the academic needs of learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Evidence of the ability to use effective classroom strategies and pedagogies to advance equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in a classroom setting.
• Experience using classroom strategies and pedagogies to advance equity and inclusion.

Educational Requirement:

Master's Degree

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Often (50%-75% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit our website at www.gonzaga.edu/jobs. Applicants must complete an online application and electronically submit the following;

1) a cover letter that includes a discussion of your qualifications to teach the specified course(s);
2) your curriculum vitae;
3) a one—two-page teaching philosophy statement that includes reflection on: (a) your role and methods as a teacher and (b) your ability to use effective classroom strategies and pedagogies to foster the full participation and engagement of students and to advance equity, inclusion, and belonging in the classroom;
4) unofficial copies of graduate school transcripts

For assistance with your online application, please contact Human Resources at (509) 313-5996. Direct other inquiries to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Joe Gardner, gardnerj@gonzaga.edu.