Political Science Affiliate Instructor

Metropolitan State University of Denver • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Department of Political Science at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty positions to teach introductory courses in political science. The number of these temporary, part-time, non-tenure track academic positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the program. Affiliate faculty instructors may teach 3 - 9 credit hours of introductory political science courses. Courses may be in the fields of American politics, comparative politics, international relations, law, public policy, and political theory, depending upon the affiliate’s expertise and Department needs. Affiliate faculty will teach online or in-person courses, depending on the Department’s needs. An affiliate faculty member’s duties include but are not limited to: teaching assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students, preparing course materials and lesson plans, grading student work, providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner, addressing student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies, and providing online or in person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment; providing instruction in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if required, with department course coordination policies; maintaining office hours; and complying with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies. The ability to adapt and learn new modes of instruction is highly encouraged. Candidates need to be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Political Science or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Political Science or related field (i.e., Public Administration & International Studies).
• Higher education teaching experience in Political Science.
• Experience working with and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population including students of color, LGBTQ+ students, students from low-income backgrounds, first generation students, students with disabilities, undocumented students, non-traditional students, student veterans, and English language learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Grade student work and provide robust feedback in a timely manner.
• Address student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies.
• Provide online or in-person academic support to students as needed.
• Provide instruction in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus.
• Maintain office hours.
• Comply with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Free RTD pass.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Life and supplemental insurance plans.
• Retirement plans.
• Access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree