Part-Time Faculty Pool: Political Science

Job Details

Salary: $65.60 - $84.79 Hourly
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number:
Closing: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location:

Merced College, CA
Department:
Open pool for academic year
Additional Compensation for Doctorate

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Students are our focus, and we transform lives through education and workforce development.

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Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:

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We promote student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.

This is a part‑time instructional assignment within the Social Science Cohort, under the general direction of the Dean of Social Science and Fine & Performing Arts. The professor will be assigned to teach a variety of political science courses, with a maximum teaching load of 10 units per semester, which may include evening hours.

• Provide instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations
• Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policy
• Maintain required student attendance and scholastic records
• Prepare and grade class assignments and examinations
• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in the development and review of curriculum
• Participate in the development of teaching‑learning methods and materials
• Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
• Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments
• Perform tasks needed for student records, e.g., submit grades on time to admissions and records

• Master's in political science, government, or international relations OR
• Bachelor's in any of the preceding AND Master's in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, ethnic studies, JD or LL.B. OR
• The equivalent
• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti‑racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

• Teaching experience in the field
• Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments

• Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at

Required Documentation:

• Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
• Resume
• List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
• Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired.
• Diversity Statement:
  The Merced College District has a diverse staff and student population. As such, applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural,…