Lecturer in Political Science and International Affairs

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The Department of Political Science and International Affairs seeks a lecturer to supplement their course offerings in international relations and comparative politics at the introductory and intermediate levels.  Preference given to candidates with geopolitically salient areas of specialization (i.e., China or Russia) and topics highly relevant to contemporary global issues (i.e., human rights and the environment).

The lecturer will deliver high-quality instruction to undergraduate students, emphasizing empirical and theoretical aspects through innovative course design and delivery.  At least one course per semester will be POLT 403 US in World Affairs.

The lecturer will be responsible for teaching, offering office hours, completing administrative tasks associated with course management and limited Department service. This is a one year, non-renewable appointment.

Duties/Responsibilities

(83%)

• Delivering in-class instruction.  This position will teach 2 courses in fall 2026 and 3 courses in spring 2027.

• Office hours for 1-2 hours per course per week.

• This position must handle the administrative work associated with the course, including:  Syllabus preparation, coordinating books/reading materials with the bookstore, maintaining Canvas, grading, responding to email queries from students, Department faculty and staff.

(17%)

• Service activities in support of students, colleagues, the department, College, University, and the professions and disciplines; public service, outreach, and engagement; accreditation activities; and professional development.

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• ABD or PhD in Political Science or a relevant discipline.

• Demonstrated teaching success

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Candidate must be comfortable interacting with students of varying backgrounds and abilities, and able to provide appropriate guidance and support regarding coursework.  Prior teaching experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ABD or PhD in Political Science or a related discipline.

• Experience teaching as instructor of record.

Applicant Instructions:

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

• Teaching Philosophy

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

Compensation Pay Range:

$49,000

The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon the candidate’s qualifications.

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Durham

Salary Grade:

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