Faculty Hiring!

Title: Adjunct Instructor, 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: $1,485.00 for MA/MS; $1,686.00 for Ph.D. or Terminal Degree.

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

At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.

Job Purpose:

The Department of Political Science at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, invites applications for its Adjunct Faculty Pool within the Department of Political Science. We seek qualified applicants to teach Introduction to Comparative Politics.

The successful candidate will have the enthusiasm, classroom presence and skills to engage students and should be committed to pursuing excellence in teaching and promoting an inclusive learning environment. The successful candidate will be fully responsible for course planning, delivering class sessions, creating and collecting assignments, submitting grades, using Canvas learning management system, and will be available to students for office hours for one hour per week per course (or more if needed depending on the course, program and department). Gonzaga University is committed to building an intellectually vibrant and culturally inclusive community for our students, faculty, and staff.

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 - (Essential)
• Hold office hours (amount determined in consultation with Department Chair) - (Essential)
• Create and grade assignments, including submitting grades according to established deadlines - (Essential)
• Teach one or two sections of Introduction to Comparative Politics. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications:

M.A. (or equivalent) in Political Science.
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:

None

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) unofficial copies of graduate school transcripts.