Adjunct Instructor, Political Science

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor, Political Science

Essential Job Functions

• Develop and deliver course content for assigned political science courses, including syllabi, instructional materials, assignments, and assessments, in alignment with approved curricula and learning outcomes.
• Facilitate engaging and effective instruction using appropriate delivery methods (online, hybrid, or face-to-face), incorporating lectures, discussions, and interactive learning activities.
• Create and maintain an inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation, critical thinking, and respectful academic discourse.
• Design, administer, and evaluate assessments to measure student learning and academic progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Maintain regular communication with students through scheduled office hours, electronic communication, and learning management systems.
• Utilize learning management systems and instructional technologies to deliver course materials, track student progress, and support instructional objectives.
• Adhere to institutional policies, academic standards, and accreditation requirements, including recordkeeping, grading deadlines, and FERPA compliance.

• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or ABD) in Political Science or a closely related discipline.

• Two (2) years’ of experience at the collegiate level.

• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of core political science principles relevant to assigned courses, including American government, political theory, comparative politics, international relations, and public policy.
• Knowledge of effective instructional strategies for higher education, including online or hybrid course delivery and student engagement techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of political science principles relevant to assigned courses (e.g., American government, political theory, comparative politics, international relations, or public policy).
• Familiarity with learning management systems and instructional technologies used for course delivery, assessment, and communication.
• Skill in communicating complex political concepts clearly through written and verbal instruction.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage course materials, grading, and student communications.
• Ability to assess student learning using appropriate evaluation methods and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods and course content to diverse learning needs, student feedback, and current developments in the discipline.
• Ability to maintain academic standards, professionalism, and compliance with institutional policies and FERPA requirements.
• Ability to effectively teach in an online, hybrid, or face-to-face instructional environment.
• Proficiency in using learning management systems and instructional technologies to support course delivery and student engagement.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.