Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Department of Politics and Global Affairs is housed in the Mark. O Hatfield School of Government, part of the College of Urban and Public Affairs at Portland State University. We offer bachelor's degrees in political science and international & global studies (optional specializations include public service, law & legal studies, international development), and a master's degree in political science.
Position Summary
The Department of Politics and Global Affairs invites applicants to join our part-time adjunct instructor pool for positions beginning in academic year 2023-2024. Review of applications occurs as new sections or instructors are needed.This position entails teaching undergraduate courses in Political Science and/or International & Global Studies. (A list of courses offered by Political Science and International Studies can be found in the PSU Bulletin .)
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate degree in the subject (Masters or equivalent) and 3 years of professional experience, or current Ph.D. candidate in Political Science, Public Affairs & Policy, Public Policy, International & Global Studies or related disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in the areas listed above
• Experience creating and teaching asynchronous online courses

Key Cultural Competencies
• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
• Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Required Professional Standards of Conduct
At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct.
Compensation Adjunct instructors are paid per credit hour, per the PSUFA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Application Instructions

Additional Information
Applicants should upload:

• CV
• Cover letter / Statement of teaching interest, including:
  • Courses interested in teaching
  • Experience with online or hybrid instructional modalities
  • Any significant constraints on availability
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Names and contact information for two professional references with knowledge of the candidate's teaching qualifications.

Review of applications will begin upon receipt, and will be on-going as new adjuncts are needed.
Details about compensation and other components of the PSUFA Collective Bargaining Agreement can be found at THIS LINK .
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes

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