Lecturer in Political Science: Academic Year 2026-27 (Anticipated)

Lecturer in

Political Science:

Academic Year 2026-27 (Anticipated) University of California Merced•4.3 Merced, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $70,977 a year 1 day ago Qualifications University teaching experience University experience Full Job Description The School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts seeks a lecturer(s) to teach courses in Political Science in the Academic Year 2026-27. Courses being offered may include but are not limited to: Introduction to International Relations Causes of International Conflict In addition to teaching the course(s), the instructor is responsible for creating a syllabus, holding weekly office hours (2 hours/week), and grading examinations and/or papers. The instructor may also be required to hold discussion and lab sections or supervise a graduate student teaching assistant. This is a limited-term appointment which falls under the purview of the agreement for the Lecturers Unit between University of California and the American Federation of Teachers. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and appropriate collective bargaining agreement. See the current Lecturers Unit (IX) bargaining agreement for additional information. For more information, please contact Courtenay Monroe at Three courses in Fall and three courses in Spring are equivalent to a full-time position. Currently, appointments are expected to be part-time; however, full-time or part-time positions may be available based on instructional needs and availability.

Academic Year:

7/1/2026•6/30/2027

Fall Semester:

8/1/2026•12/31/2026

Spring Semester:

1/1/2027•5/31/2027 QUALIFICATIONS Basic qualifications Advanced degree and experience teaching at the college or university level are required. Must be able to provide a record of excellence in teaching.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements Curriculum Vitae•Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Authorization to Release Information Form•As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. Required Authorization of Information Release may be found at the linked page . Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application. Statement of Teaching•A teaching statement of no more than 500 words explaining how you have approached or would approach teaching the courses that you wish to teach. Please also indicate subject area of interest regarding teaching. Sample Syllabus A recent teaching evaluation Reference requirements 3 required (contact information only) Help contact:

ABOUT UC MERCED

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of Information Release Form . Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.

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UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment. The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.

JOB LOCATION

Merced, CA