- Quarterly Lecturer - Political Science Department (2024-25 pool) Santa Clara
- Santa Clara University in Santa Clara, CA, United States
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- 2 months ago
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Position Title:
Quarterly Lecturer - Political Science Department (2024-25
pool)
Position Type:
Temporary
Salary Range:
$9033 per 4 or 5 unit course
Purpose:
The Department of Political Science at Santa Clara University, a
Jesuit, Catholic university, invites applications for a small
number of Quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach
undergraduate courses in international law, international security,
comparative politics, and US Politics (see below for specific
courses of interest given current staffing needs; other openings
might become available). Teaching assignments will be made
according to the academic qualifications of the individual and
programmatic need. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system;
the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final
examinations. The successful candidate will teach no more than two
courses in a quarter and no more than four courses over the fall,
winter and spring quarters. This is an applicant pool; as such,
positions are filled as needed. We anticipate all instruction
will be face-to-face on campus. However, the successful candidate
may need to teach in a hybrid or online method, depending on public
health and university guidance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) PhD in Political Science or a closely related field strongly
preferred. Applicants who are ABD or possess a master’s degree in
Political Science, accompanied by commensurate academic experience
(5-7 years of college or professional teaching) may be
considered.
(2) Demonstrated excellence in teaching Political Science at the
college level.
(3) Excellent communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that advance
SCU goals of diversity and equity.
• Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of
undergraduate students.
(1) Fall Quarter (9/13/24 – 12/13/24, including exams).
Courses of interest: “International Law,” “Special Topics in
Comparative Politics”
(2) Winter Quarter (1/6/25 - 3/21/25, including exams).
No openings anticipated
(3) Spring Quarter (3/31/25 to 6/12/25, including exams).
Courses of interest: “Criminal Justice System,” “Political Science
Research,” “Law, Security, and Force”
(4) Demonstration of inclusive pedagogical practices that advance
SCU goals of diversity and equity; demonstrated experience teaching
and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
(1) Teaching (100%)
Teaching duties include but are not limited to fulfilling all
responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:
a. Teaching a course load of no more than two courses per quarter
and no more than four per academic year;
b. Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a
timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the
discipline and skill in presenting it effectively;
c. Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course
description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely
feedback to students;
d. Holding regular weekly office hours on campus;
e. Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and
fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar
by the designated deadline;
f. Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all
courses;
g. Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the
University Core courses assigned or working with the Chair to
design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the
relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.
(2) Service (0%)
This position does not require any service duties. You may be
invited but not required to attend department meetings or
activities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please note that your employment is subject
to the terms of a collective bargaining agreement between the
University and the Service Employees International Union Local 1021
(“Local 1021”; see
https://www.scu.edu/provost/faculty-affairs/cba-ntt/).
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS:
The application deadline for this position is Monday, March 31,
2025.
Please submit a cover letter, CV, sample syllabi and teaching
evaluations, and the contact information for two references.
COVID-19 Statement
The health and safety of the University community is a top
priority. The University strongly recommends that all employees are
fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as the vaccination and boosters are
safe, effective tools that significantly minimize the chances of
serious illness and hospitalization. Please contact Human Resources
if you have any questions.
Telecommute
Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the
following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona,
and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to
perform their work within one of these states.
Work Authorization:
SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this
position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence
of identity and legal authorization to work in the United
States.
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination
Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal
access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a
diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California
State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding
non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from
members of historically underrepresented groups are especially
encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University’s equal
opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/policies-reports/
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
Santa Clara University does not discriminate in its employment
practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis
of sex/gender, and prohibits retaliation against any person
opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination
investigation or complaint process internally or externally.
Information about Title IX can be found at www.scu.edu/title-ix .
Information about Section 504 and the ADA Coordinator can be found
at
https://www.scu.edu/oae/ , (408)
554-4109, oae@scu.edu . Inquiries can also be made
to the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil
Rights (OCR).
Clery Notice of Availability
Santa Clara University annually collects information about campus
crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the
federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and
Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Santa Clara University
report, please go to the Campus Safety Services
website . To request a paper copy please call Campus Safety at
(408) 554-4441. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and
number of occurrences.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Santa Clara University affirms its' commitment to employ qualified
individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply
with the Americans with Disability Act. All applicants desiring an
accommodation should contact the Department
of Human Resources , and 408-554-5750 and request to speak to
Indu Ahluwalia by phone at 408-554-5750 or by email at
iahluwalia@scu.edu.
Santa Clara CA United States