Temporary Faculty Political Science and International Studies

Position description

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

The Department of Political Science and International Studies is accepted applications for a pool of part-time faculty to teach in our Law and Politics emphasis. Courses might include: POLS 3139 Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights; POLS 3101 Moot Court I; POLS 3140 Intro to the Law; POLS 3438 Gender and the Law; POLS 3449 Torts. Part-time faculty will teach up to 6 hours (two courses).The position is a one semester appointment subject to renewal. 

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines. 

 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications 

Earned PhD in Political Science, JD, or master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Political Science at the time of appointment. 

Membership in the American Bar Association. 

Experience practicing law in the subject area of course(s) to be taught

Proposed Salary 

Commensurate with experience. 

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University’s mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills 

Application instructions

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