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Part-Time Faculty-Political Science

The faculty member will instruct undergraduate political science courses in both onground and online formats. They are responsible for designing all course materials, assessments, and submitting grades in compliance with university policies.

  • Hybrid
  • Montréal, QC
  • Posted Jul 30, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Position Department: Social Sciences Position School: School of Informatics, Humanities and Social Sciences Overview: Part-time faculty will teach undergraduate political science courses, such as American National Government, Contemporary Comparative Political Systems, International Relations and American Foreign Policy. Also need faculty to teach POLS 2020 Criminal Law and Evidence, which can also have an instructor with a JD (law degree). Responsibilities: Successful applicants will instruct all classes, whether designed as onground or online, design all course materials and assessments, submit grades on time, and comply with all RMU policies. Minimum Qualifications: A master's degree is required, but preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D. and/or teaching experience. One position also requires a JD. Act 153 Clearance Required: No Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): No Required to Pass a Credit Check: No Additional Posting Information: None Special Applicant Instructions: None Commitment to Diversity: RMU complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. Reasonable Accommodation Notice: Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please email [email protected] or call us at (412) 397-6270 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.

What you’ll do

The faculty member will instruct undergraduate political science courses in both onground and online formats. They are responsible for designing all course materials, assessments, and submitting grades in compliance with university policies.

Requirements

A master's degree is required for this position. Preference is given to candidates who hold a Ph.D. and possess prior teaching experience.

Other relevant skills

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  • Political Science
  • Course Design
  • Assessment Design
  • Instruction
  • Grading
  • American National Government
  • International Relations
  • American Foreign Policy

Job areas

  • Education
  • Science & Research

Additional details

Minimum education
Master’s degree
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week