2026-27 Political Science Lecturer Pool

the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position description The Department of Political Science is seeking applicants for temporary part-time lecturer positions to teach in different subfields of American Politics, Political Theory, International Relations, Comparative Politics, and Law contingent on departmental need. These positions will replace faculty on leave during the academic year. Requirements: We are seeking candidates with strong teaching credentials who might contribute to our undergraduate program. Candidates should have a Ph.D. These part-time positions are based on an annual salary range beginning at $73,817 and the number of courses could vary. Service Period Dates for 2026-2027 Academic Year: Winter Quarter: 1/4/27 - 3/19/27 Spring Quarter: 3/24/27 - 6/11/27 Application Procedure - Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, vita, three letters of reference, evidence of teaching performance, and a reflective teaching statement via our online recruit system: [ Welcome - UCI - Recruit Priority for positions will be given to applications completed by November 4, 2026. Please note this is a continuous recruitment to fill classes on an as-needed basis. The department will refer to the pool of applications on file to fill assignments as necessary throughout the year. This term appointment falls under the purview of the agreement between the University of California and the American Federation of Teachers. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and the collective bargaining agreement available here: IX - Non-Senate Instructional (Lecturers) | UCnet If selected, first-time Political Science Department Lecturer appointees will receive a one-year appointment. Appointments vary based on need and availability. Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Ph.D. in Political Science or a relevant field. Minimum two years of teaching experience. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter (Optional) Statement of Research (Optional) Reflective Teaching and Mentoring Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement . (Optional) Reference requirements 3 letters of reference required Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10458 About UC Irvine The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy . As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. 'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment . As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Job location Irvine, CA To apply, visit https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10458 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-e4db9a3d36414060b76caa7a8a6d7aa9