Research Methods in Government and Politics – Adjunct Faculty – Traditional Campus (Spring 2027) – College of Humanities and Social Sciences
About The Position
Grand Canyon University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach the in-person Research Methods in Government and Politics course at its traditional campus in Phoenix, Arizona, during the Spring 2027 semester. The course introduces qualitative and quantitative methods used to research and study politics, including hypothesis testing, inference, and causal reasoning. The semester begins January 4, 2027, and ends April 25, 2027; final course grades are due May 2, 2027. The instructor will facilitate lectures and discussions, engage students with course objectives and topics, assess performance, and mentor students. Faculty are expected to support the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and mission. GCU describes its faculty as mentors who support students’ academic, spiritual, and personal growth, and the teaching environment as modern and collaborative with smaller class sizes.
Requirements
- Teaching experience is required.
- A master’s degree in Government, Political Science, Politics, Public Administration, or Public Policy is the minimum qualification.
- Applicants with a master’s degree in any field may be considered for an exception if they have 18 graduate credits in Government and substantial teaching experience.
- Before applying, attach an unofficial transcript reflecting the degree earned and 18 graduate credit hours in the listed areas, plus unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees.
Nice To Haves
- A Ph.D. in Government, Political Science, Politics, Public Administration, or Public Policy is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate classroom lectures and discussions.
- Engage students in learning course objectives and topics.
- Assess student performance and mentor student success in the classroom.
- Support the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and mission as a positive example to students.
Benefits
- Education benefits and tuition assistance
- 401(k)
- Employee perks and discounts
- Gym and fitness center
- Canyon Health & Wellness Center
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
