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Adjunct Faculty – Political Science
Agency:
Texas A&M University – Commerce
Department:
Political Science
Location:
Commerce, Texas
Employment Type:
Faculty – Part-Time
Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate
Job Description This position is for an adjunct faculty member who will teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) within the required discipline. Instruction may be delivered on‑campus, off‑campus, or online, and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) within the required discipline.
Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
Plan and create lectures, in‑class discussions, and assignments.
Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
Assist/mentor students as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required to teach undergraduate courses OR a terminal degree in the field of study or closely related is required to teach graduate courses.
Experience: Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to: Multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Education / Skills / Experience
Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials.
College or university teaching experience.
Evidence of teaching excellence.
Prior relevant industry experience.
Online or hybrid teaching experience.
Application Documents
Cover Letter
Resume/CV
Three professional references with complete contact information (unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
Transcripts (unofficial accepted with application; official transcripts required upon acceptance of verbal offer. International transcripts to be translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator).
All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Texas A&M University – Commerce
Department:
Political Science
Location:
Commerce, Texas
Employment Type:
Faculty – Part-Time
Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate
Job Description This position is for an adjunct faculty member who will teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) within the required discipline. Instruction may be delivered on‑campus, off‑campus, or online, and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) within the required discipline.
Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
Plan and create lectures, in‑class discussions, and assignments.
Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
Assist/mentor students as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required to teach undergraduate courses OR a terminal degree in the field of study or closely related is required to teach graduate courses.
Experience: Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to: Multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Education / Skills / Experience
Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials.
College or university teaching experience.
Evidence of teaching excellence.
Prior relevant industry experience.
Online or hybrid teaching experience.
Application Documents
Cover Letter
Resume/CV
Three professional references with complete contact information (unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
Transcripts (unofficial accepted with application; official transcripts required upon acceptance of verbal offer. International transcripts to be translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator).
All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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