PSCI 100: US GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
Position:Lecturer - Academic Year
Semester:Spring 2025
Day/Time:Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Modality:In-person
College:CHABSS - College of Humanities, Arts, Behavior and Social Sciences
Department:Political Science
The Department of Political Science at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Spring 2025 to teach PSCI 100: U.S. Government and Politics.
Course Description:
The principles of the U.S. Constitution, and a survey of political institutions and processes that developed under it, including the legislature, the executive, the courts, state and local government, federalism, and civil liberties.
Minimum qualifications:
A master's degree in Political Science
Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.
Preferred qualifications:
A doctorate in Political Science
Experience teaching in higher education in area of instruction
Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and/or intercultural competence with diverse groups in relation to teaching.
Salary commensurate with degree level and experience
Anticipated?Hiring Salary Range:$5,507 - $8,000 per full-time month
CSU Classification Salary Range:$5,007 - $13,224 per full-time month
Application:
To apply, please prepare to submit the following:
Your completed faculty application
Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
Contact information for three current references
Letter of interest (uploaded)
Timeline:A review of applications will begin November 20, 2024; however, the position will remain open until filled.
The University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.
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Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment
This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.
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