AppointmentType:Temporary/Contractual

BargainingUnit:AFT

EmploymentType:Part-time

ExpectedTerm:1/24/26 - 5/16/26

Compensation:AdjunctRateperFacultyWeightedHours(FWH)

AboutTCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School TCNJ maintains the eighthhighestfour-year graduationrateamongall isrankedbyMoneyasoneofthe top 15 public colleges most likely to pay off financially and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.

PositionOverview:

The Department of Political Science seeks a temporary Adjunct Faculty member for the Spring 2026 semester.

Responsibilities:

The College of New Jerseys Department of Political Science is seeking a dynamic adjunct instructor to teach our undergraduate Junior Tutorial in Political Science Spring 2026 semester.

Course Description:

POL 390: Tutorial in Political Science Mondays 3:306:20 p.m.

An intensive study under close faculty supervision of a particular topic or problem in political science (of the instructors choosing). Students engage in extensive reading for several weeks before choosing a related research topic through which they learn to conduct high level research and produce the various parts of a social science article-length paper with the guidance of the instructor. This is in preparation for the more independent capstone course of their senior year.

To note:

• The instructor is free to make use of the existing syllabi revise them or create their own.

• The course will ideally be offered in person at TCNJs campus in Ewing NJ.

Minimum qualifications include:

PhD or Masters degree from an accredited institution in political science/government
Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills are required

Required:

• PhD or Masters degree from an accredited institution in political science/government
• Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requestedaccommodation(s)cannotbemadebecauseitwouldcausetheemployerunduehardshiptheapplicantmaynotbeeligible for the position.

EmployerQualifications

EmploymentatTCNJiscontingentuponthesuccessfulcompletionofanapplicablebackgroundcheckreferencechecks and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Accommodation:Applicantswhorequireareasonableaccommodationtoapplyorinterviewshouldcontact.

HowtoApply

Qualifiedcandidatesshouldapplyonlineandsubmitaletterofinterestresume(CV)aswellasthenamesandcontact information for three professional references by December 15th 2025. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives experiences and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence access and integrity.