Adjunct Instructor in Political Science

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Political Science.

Special Instructions to Applicants 
Candidates should submit their (1) cover letter, (2) CV and (3) names of three references. Unofficial transcripts will be required before being able to interview a candidate and official transcripts are required prior to date of employment.

Job Summary
The School of Social Science and Global Studies at the University of Southern Mississippi is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach political science courses either online or face-to-face. The primary responsibility of this position will be teaching a one-semester state and local politics course.  

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach
   political science classes as needed.
2. Attend
   program meetings as determined by the program coordinator.
3. Follow
   all university, college, and school policies regarding teaching practices
   and job performance.
4. Be
   responsive to communication from students, staff, and administration.
5. Hold
   regular office hours.
6. Performs
   other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
18 graduate hours of Political Science. Graduate degree in related
field. 

Knowledge,
Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of language and
  culture in the teaching field; skill in delivering required knowledge and
  ability to engender learning in students.
• Use of Canvas and ability
  to teach online both synchronous and asynchronous.
• Ability to use Mindtap and
  work with online textbook materials.
• Professionalism in all
  activities, participating in a collegial, ethical and responsible manner.
• Ability to respond to
  inquiries from students, staff and administration in a timely manner as
  stipulated.

Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree in Political Science and experience
with online teaching. Experience with Canvas.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern
Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing
students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students
in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
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accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
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