Adjunct - Political Science with Pre-Law Component

Adjunct - Political Science with Pre-Law Component

Employer

Lincoln University of Pennsylvania

Location

Lincoln University, Pennsylvania

Salary

Based on Collective Bargaining Agreement

Posted Date

Dec 5, 2023

Website

https://www.lincoln.edu

Position Type

• Faculty Positions
• Professional Fields
• Law & Legal Studies
• Social & Behavioral Sciences
• Political Science & International Relations

Employment Level

Adjunct

Employment Type

Part Time

Job Details

Company

Lincoln University

Job Title: Adjunct - Political Science with Pre-Law Component

Classification: Faculty

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Political Science Department

Reports: Chair

FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt

Location: Lincoln University Main Campus

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We are seeking a candidate who can teach a variety of Pre-Law classes, such as POL 206- The Legal System, POL 310 – Race and American Law, POL 400- Legal Problem Solving and Skills Development, and POL 401- Supreme Court and Constitutional Law.
Teach undergraduate courses in specific content areas as assigned by department chairperson.
Prepares syllabi that meet department and university standards.
Prepares meaningful classroom experiences, which include a variety of pedagogical strategies, including lectures, discussion, tests and exams.
Compiles, administers, and grades examinations.
Participates in Assessment activities by submitting data of student learning outcomes in a timely fashion.
In addition, all other relevant duties as assigned by the Chair.

EDUCATION:
J.D. degree in related field required. J.D. / Ph.D. preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
Teaching experience in an undergraduate/graduate institution.
The candidate must be an Attorney at Law and conversant with law school admission requirements and how to prepare students for entry and success in law school.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have a J.D.
Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
Must be able to make decisions supporting the department’s mission and goals.
Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written.
Must have interpersonal skills, and the ability to work within a culturally diverse organization.
Must have a high level of professional appearance and demeanor.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule including possible evening and weekend work. The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and body mobility to stoop, kneel, and bend and reach.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
* Applicants must submit the following:
* A current curriculum vitae or resume that includes information on education, experience, and ability related to the position.
* Copies of all college/university transcripts verifying degree(s) and/or coursework.
* The names and contact information for (3) three references.
Lincoln University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Company info
Website
http://www.lincoln.edu/