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Title: Adjunct Instructor: Political Science
Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci
Department: UNT-Political Science-122400
Job Location: Remote
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
FTE: Varies based on assignment
Retirement Eligibility: Eligibility based on semesterly assignment, for more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/
About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
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Department Summary
The Department of Political Science at UNT is nationally recognized for its high quality of teaching. Our undergraduate program boasts hundreds of majors who are taught by an exceptionally engaging, award-winning faculty. These faculty specialize in various areas, such as judicial politics and political parties and elections.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSls and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
The Department of Political Science seeks a qualified Adjunct Instructor to teach PSCI 2306 during the Fall 2026 semester. This introductory undergraduate course provides students with a foundation in the institutions of government, with particular emphasis on the U.S. and Texas Constitutions. The course will be taught in person at the UNT Denton campus
The instructor will be responsible for preparing and delivering course instruction, evaluating student work, maintaining required academic records, communicating with students, holding appropriate office hours, and complying with departmental and university policies and deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
A master's degree in political science with outstanding teaching experience in teaching foundational-level Political Science courses, OR a master's degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in Political Science; with outstanding teaching experience in teaching lower-level Political Science courses.
Preferred Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Political Science or Ph.D./MA. in Political Science, or equivalent, including 18 graduate hours in Political Science.
• Successful experience teaching adults in a post-secondary institution.
• Excellent communications skills.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
varies based on assignment
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.