Part-Time Instructor in Political Science

Title :

Part-Time Instructor in Political Science

Department :

Humanities & Social Sciences

Reports To : The Department Chair

Position Type : Faculty

Position Summary : The Department

of Humanities and Social Sciences at the New Jersey Institute of Technology is

currently recruiting a part-time instructor to teach Introduction to Political

Science. This course is intended to contribute to curricular content that fulfills

the General Education Requirements and aligns with NJIT's Strategic Plan 2030.

The course will provide students with a fundamental grounding in the principles

of political science, including power, authority, and legitimacy. Also

essential will be consideration of governmental organizations and institutions,

the role of political parties and interest groups, electoral politics and

voting behavior, and international relations. The integration of experiential

educational opportunities would be an important advantage.

The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences is a broadly interdisciplinary

community of researchers and educators that encourages current pedagogy

consistent with the aims of a technologically intensive university. Questions about

this instructional role can be directed to Dr. Maurie Cohen, Chair of the

department at mcohen@njit.edu. Please indicate "NJ Politics and Policy" in the

title of your email.

Candidates should submit a cover letter (maximum

two pages) and a detailed curriculum vitae. The review of applications will begin

immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Essential Functions :

• Submitting the

course syllabus at the start of the semester.

at all class meetings.

ongoing feedback and final grading of students' written work.

Additional Functions :

of classroom hours is necessary for student conferences.

Prerequisite Qualifications :

should have a Master's degree in political science or a closely related field

or a J.D. degree in law. The successful candidate is expected to follow course

requirements and adhere to academic integrity policies.

in university-level teaching, especially in areas related to political science

and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can

demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of

education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in

the position.

Bargaining Unit : AFT-UCAN

Salary Information :

In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the rate for this position is $2591 per contact hour. (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Part-Time

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