Lecturer of Political Science
About The Position
The Department of Criminology and Political Science at Texas A&M University–San Antonio invites applications for a full-time, nontenure-track Lecturer position in Political Science, beginning in August 2027. The specialization is American Politics, with a focus on public policy. The successful candidate will teach introductory and upper-division undergraduate courses, with a teaching load of five courses per semester. The Lecturer will also support the university’s Dual Credit and Early College High School programs, working closely with the Office of Early College and Academic Partnerships to help meet students’ course needs. A master’s degree in Political Science or a related field is required by the time of appointment; a Ph.D. is preferred.
Requirements
- A master’s degree in Political Science or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution, required by the time of appointment.
- Demonstrated specialization in Political Science.
- Prior teaching experience in a university setting.
Nice To Haves
- A Ph.D. in Political Science or a related discipline.
- Experience teaching Dual Credit, Early College High School, or other high school-aged students.
- Experience teaching online or hybrid formats.
Responsibilities
- Teach five undergraduate courses per semester, including introductory and upper-division courses in the Political Science curriculum.
- Support the university’s Dual Credit and Early College High School programs.
- Work with the Office of Early College and Academic Partnerships to help meet the course needs of Dual Credit and Early College students.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
