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Adjunct Faculty - Political Science

Northeastern

2 - 5 years

California

Posted: 30/06/2026

Job Description

About the Opportunity

The College of Social Sciences and Humanities and its nine tenure units are the home of the Experiential Liberal Arts. Through its research, teaching, and engagement missions, the college collaborates across the university, the Northeastern network, and partners around the globe.

The Department of Political Science in the College of Social Sciences and Humanities seeks applicants to teach in-person undergraduate courses on the Oakland Campus in one or more of the following fields: International Relations, Comparative Politics, American Politics, Political Theory, or Public Policy. Start dates in January and September. Stipend rates per course.

Positions are available throughout the year contingent upon enrollment and departmental need. 

Responsibilities:

Teach in-person courses according to demand on the Oakland Campus.

Qualifications:

PhD or ABD preferred.

Prior teaching experience in political science or a closely related field (e.g. public policy) preferred

Documents to submit:

CV and Cover Letter

Sample Syllabi (optional)

Additional Job Description:

Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future. Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range:

The rate per credit is $2,387.03.

About Company

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a globally recognized research university and a leader in experiential lifelong learning, combining academic excellence with real-world experience through its renowned cooperative education (co-op) programs. With 14 campuses across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada, a network of over 300,000 alumni, and more than 3,000 industry, academic, and government partners worldwide, the university fosters innovation, research, and global collaboration. Northeastern offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across a wide range of disciplines, emphasizing the integration of data, technology, and human-centered learning to prepare students for the careers of the future. As an R1 Carnegie-classified research institution, it is committed to addressing complex global challenges through interdisciplinary research and impactful partnerships.

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