Teaching Post Doctoral Instructor, Political Science

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Stockton

3601 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)

Mar 07, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Title	Teaching Post Doctoral Instructor, Political Science
Campus	Stockton
Department	COP Administration
Posting Number	F00959
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Open Date	03/06/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Days Per Week
Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions	The Department of Political Science at University of the Pacific invites applications for a three-year, full-time, non-tenure track appointment as post-doctoral instructor in American politics. A Ph.D. in Political Science is required by the time of appointment. Salary is commensurate with experience and includes the option of receiving additional compensation for summer teaching. This position includes health, dental and vision benefits, as well as conference travel support during the academic year. The successful candidate will teach 5 courses over the academic year. Preference is given to applicants with teaching experience in American institutions and/or public policy. Qualified candidates should have demonstrated experience working with a diverse community of learners. For more information about Pacific's Political Science department, visit: http://www.pacific.edu/Academics/Schools-and-Colleges/College-of-the-Pacific/Academics/Departments-and-Programs/political-science.html Application review will begin on March 14, 2025 and will continue until the position has been filled. Please apply through people admin and include the following as attachments: 1) letter of interest; 2) CV; 3) teaching statement, including a list of preferred courses; 4) up to two sample syllabi and related course materials including teaching evaluations; and 5) names and contact information for three references.
Minimum Qualifications	Ph.D. in Political Science at the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications	Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not denitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Work is performed during standard hours. Additional hours may be required to meet business needs or deadlines.
Hiring Range	$49,520. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope, responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualications, internal equity, as well as organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Special Instructions	To apply, Please submit the following: A letter of Interest. Curriculum Vitae. Teaching Statement including a list of preferred courses. Up to two sample syllabi and related course materials including course evaluations. Names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin on March 14, 2025 and continue until the position is lled.
Contact Information	For further information, please contact: Dari Tran, Department of Political Science at dtran1@pacific.edu. Join us at the University of the Pacic, where you can make a signicant impact in a collaborative and supportive environment dedicated to academic excellence and innovation.
Contact Email	dtran1@pacific.edu

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?	Yes
Minimum Number of References	2
Maximum Number of References	3
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.