$58,165 - $58,165 USD yearly
Tenure Track Faculty, Political Science
Department: Political Science
Location: College-Wide (based at Western Campus)
Reports To: Assoc Dean, Soc Sci-W
Recruitment Type: External/Internal
Requisition ID: req7425
Employment Type: Full-Time Faculty
Union Position: Union
Work Schedule: Standard College Hours: M-F, 8:30am-5pm; Classes as Scheduled with Required Office Hours
Number of Openings: 1
Job Description:
Teaches a full range of political science classes.
· Prepares and delivers lectures to students on various topics in relation to a specific discipline
· Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments and papers
· Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
· Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, speaking with colleagues and participating in professional conferences
· Maintains student attendance records, grades and other required records
· Initiates, facilitates and moderates classroom discussions
· As needed, advises students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues
· Plans, evaluates and revises curricula, course content and course materials and methods of instruction
· Compiles, administers and grades examinations
· Collaborates with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
· Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students
· Selects and obtains materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory equipment
· Serves on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, department matters and academic issues
· Participates in campus and community events
· Master’s degree in Political Science
· Post-secondary teaching experience
· Teaching experience
· Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (or equivalent)
· Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for students
· Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
· Logic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
· Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population
Preferred· PhD in Political Science
· Master’s Degree or 18 graduate-level hours of coursework in History
· Online teaching experience
· Community college teaching experience
This is a full-time tenure track faculty opportunity.
The selected faculty member hired for this position could teach at any one of
the College's campuses or sites.
Review of applications will begin on October 26, 2026.
The following documents must be attached to your on-line
employment application:
Current resume, cover letter, a one-page statement explaining how you
promote student learning and achievement, scanned copies of your transcript
(original, unofficial, or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of
current required licenses/certifications. Please indicate your current
name on the transcript if it differs from the name on the transcript.
Applicants selected for an interview must provide official transcripts for the
required degree at the time of interview. Please note that the required degree
must be conferred/completed prior to submission of your application.
Please DO NOT include other transcripts or documents that are not
requested, such as letters of reference or past evaluations. Only the
transcript and required licenses/certifications will be forwarded to the search
committee. No faxed transcripts, licenses, or certifications will be accepted.
Total Compensation & Benefits:
Target Hiring Rate/Salary: $58,165 with B.A. plus 30 semester hours (45
quarter credits) or M.A. degree; Education less than or more than stated will
affect minimum salary. This salary reflects a nine (9) month contract period.
Faculty can work during summer sessions to earn additional wages.
This offer includes a comprehensive and flexible benefits
package comprised of paid time off, affordable medical/dental/vision plan
coverage, disability benefits, life/accidental/critical illness insurance,
State Teachers Retirement System and other retirement plan options. Coverage
for dependents, spouses and domestic partners is also available.
Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.
Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.