Job Description
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : 940 Second St. Portsmouth, OH 45662, OH
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: POS-Pol Sci
Division: Academic and Student Affairs
Department: ASA-CAS-Social Sciences
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description Summary The Department of Social Sciences invites applicants for a part-time Political Science adjunct teaching position. These are semester-to-semester positions primarily teaching introductory courses, both in-person and online.
The Social Sciences department prepares students for careers in multiple areas that focus on human interaction. Majors, Minors, and GEP courses in the Social Sciences enable students to better understand their place in the world by connecting personal experience to past and present features of society. The Social Sciences offers major fields of study in Sociology, Political Science, History, and Psychology, and Minors in Economics and Anthropology, and general education courses in Geography. The Department values open-ended inquiry, critical dialogue, and a commitment to respect for diversity in all aspects.
Applications are accepted continuously. All applicants must complete the online application at Shawnee.edu and include:
- Cover letter to Human Resources, specifically addressing how your qualifications meet the posted qualifications.
- Resume;
- copy of official or unofficial transcripts indicating the highest degree attained;
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT REFERENCE SECTION: Include only the name and phone number of your Professional References. If you prefer, you may skip this section entirely and provide your reference information in the Applicant Documents area of the application.
Candidates invited for an on-campus interview may be required to present a teaching lecture and laboratory demonstration of their instructional abilities. Specific questions may be directed to Dr. Chip Poirot, Chair of the Department of Social Sciences, at 740.351.3396.
Adjunct faculty at SSU are eligible for tuition waivers () and enjoy professional development opportunities, office space, and limited mileage reimbursement. Employment with the University is dependent upon BOT budget approval for the current fiscal year. A background check is required prior to employment.
Note to Applicants -
This is an open posting maintained and updated every semester based upon the enrollment needs of the Department, and as such, is filled on an as-needed/ongoing basis every semester.
SSU seeks individuals who share our commitment to students as our first priority. Shawnee State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against any individual because of race, color, genetic information, religion, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status or military status.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
- Master's Degree in the subject or a closely related area
- A willingness to engage students thoughtfully and critically in the subject area
- Ability to communicate clearly with students
- Basic knowledge of instructional software and the ability to teach in-person and online courses
- Ability to work closely and effectively with diverse populations in all aspects
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Job Tags
Part time, Work at office