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Virginia Commonwealth University

Political Science Adjunct Rolling Pool

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Richmond, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

A Political Science Professor teaches foundational political science ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

$81,992 / year median in Virginia

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

The Virginia Commonwealth University College of Humanities and Sciences is recruiting a pool of adjunct faculty for

AY2025-2026

course sections within the Department of Political Science. This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active for a year; you may resubmit your application for subsequent years. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For AY25-26, we are actively recruiting adjunct instructors to teach the following high-priority courses: City Politics or Urban Politics, Political Science Research Methods, Media & Politics, and Women & American Politics.

Position Responsibilities:

Meet all designated course instruction guidelines; grade assignments and exams in a timely manner based on instructions/rubric provided; respond to student inquiries within 24 hours; and submit final grades according to College/Department policy.

Required Qualifications:

EDUCATION

•Master's degree, PhD, or other doctoral degree in political science or a related field with experience and specialized expertise directly related to the position.

COMPETENCIES/EXPERIENCE

•Demonstrated teaching experience. To apply, please upload a cover letter, CV, and contact information for two professional references.