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Adjunct Instructor in Political Science â“ American Politics

 

The Department of Political Science at Saint Louis University seeks applicants for an adjunct position in American politics starting in August 2026 for the Fall 2026 semester.

 

The successful candidate will teach an introductory course in American politics. Previous teaching experience and a PhD in Political Science are preferred, but ABD candidates will be considered.

 

To apply, we ask that applicants upload the following materials combined into a single pdf (see upload instructions below): (1) a curriculum vitae; (2) a cover letter that includes teaching interests and experience; and (3) evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., recent teaching evaluations, officially produced if possible, and sample syllabi). Please have unofficial graduate transcripts sent to Dr. J.D. Bowen at pols-admin@slu.edu. Letters of recommendation are not required but will be accepted. For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Morgan Hazelton, morgan.hazelton@slu.edu. Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled. 

 

Application Upload Instructions: Please visit SLUs Workday portal at

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Saint Louis University(SLU) is a private, co-educational Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1818 by the Most Reverend Louis Guillaume Valentin Dubourg SLU is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River. The University has campuses in St. Louis, Mo. and Madrid, Spain. SLU values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. For nearly 200 years, the University has gone beyond teaching facts and figures, encouraging students to form ideas and identities. Today, SLU students are nearly 14,000 strong. The University has invested vast resources to advance academic programs and enhance the student experience. SLU also is a major research institution where premier researchers tackle local and global challenges. And the University's commitment to community service has earned it national acclaim and bolstered its status as a character-building college.

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