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    University of the Cumberlands

    Higher Education

    Adjunct Position for Political Science

    Remote Locations, United StatesPart-timePosted 1mo ago
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    Get Set for Cumberlands!

    Join our team of student-focused individuals working together in order to encourage intellectual and spiritual growth, leadership and service.

    CURRENT STUDENT or EMPLOYEE? Please log into Workday and use the Career Tile to find and apply to jobs from our internal career sites.

    The University of the Cumberlands is currently seeking candidates for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate political science courses online.  Under the direction of the Chair of the History and Political Science department, this position is responsible for teaching undergraduate Political Science courses. The University of the Cumberlands is a faith-based institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds. Its mission is to offer high-quality academic programs that empower graduates to “seek a life more abundant.” 

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Responsible for teaching online political science courses, which include but are not limited to:

    • POLS 131: Introduction to Political Science

    • POLS 233: American National Government

    • POLS 235: Introduction to International Affairs

    • Collaborate with colleagues in the History and Political Science department and throughout the university.

    • Adapt and align course materials using departmental syllabus templates, required text(s), and other resources.

    • Provide regular and timely feedback on student work.

    • Maintain regular communication with students through virtual office hours and e-mail.

    • Maintain clear, consistent records in iLearn (Blackboard) and UC One (Workday).

    • Participate in department-wide assessments.

    • Respond to student evaluations.

    • Follow university policies and procedures.

    Job Requirements: 

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Masters degree in political science.

    • Student-focused teaching that addresses the needs of all learners, both traditional and nontraditional.

    • Ongoing professional development.

    • Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.

    • Knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • PhD in Political Science.

    • Experience in teaching and/or developing online courses in Political Science.

    • Experience with a variety of pedagogical and technological educational delivery methods.

    Compensation: Commensurate with expertise and experience

    Benefits: No

    Job Type: Faculty

    Job Location: Online

    Cumberlands is different by design. Our employees exemplify our motto in the pursuit of a

    “life-more-abundant.”

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    University of the Cumberlands

    The University of the Cumberlands is a private university in Williamsburg, Kentucky.

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