Assistant/Associate Adjunct Faculty in Politics (POL 203) Introduction to International Relations

Position description

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary’s is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary’s currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.

As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary’s offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary’s reputation for excellence, innovation and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Saint Mary’s College seeks to hire a per-course adjunct faculty member to teach Politics 203, Introduction to International Relations, in the traditional undergraduate program in Spring 2024.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8:00-9:05am

This course will be taught in person, on campus.

In this introductory course, we will explore the different theoretical frameworks for the study of international politics. We examine how, why, and where the national interests of some actors collide and those of other actors coalesce.

Qualifications:
ABD or PhD (preferred) in political science, international relations, sociology, or related field. Experience teaching in a liberal arts environment to a diverse student body are desirable. Candidate must agree to structure syllabus with assignments that will demonstrate common core learning outcomes.

Candidates must reside in California.

Salary: $9,929-$13,744 dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the College and SEIU, Local 1021, available here.

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