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Instructor I, Political Science
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Position Number: 5801675
Location: Fort Myers, FL
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Political Science

Instructor I, Political Science

Job Summary
The Department of Political Science, Public Administration, and History at Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an Instructor (I) of Political Science with specialization in American Politics. The successful candidate will teach the state-mandated civic literacy course on American National Government and, based on qualification and need, other undergraduate courses; be involved in course and/or curriculum development; be active in professional development; maintain an active professional development agenda; participate on College and University committees and/or initiatives; and perform other duties as assigned.

The review process will start on January 15, 2025, and will continue until position is filled. Appointment will be based on a 9-month continuous multi-year contract starting in August 2025.

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning, and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

Teach assigned courses and adequately perform other duties/responsibilities as articulated on the annual assignment. Teach 12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate courses in political science and related subjects.
Hold office hours.
Attend departmental meetings.
Adopt course materials in a timely manner.
Adopt the university learning management system.
Adopt other campus-wide technology platforms as appropriate to other specified job duties.
Complete mandatory/required training in a timely manner.
Abide by University Policies and Regulations.
Participate in the evaluation process in accordance with the CBA and related documents.
Participate in the assessment process as required by your respective department.
Timely and professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators
Engage in essential duties with the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, excellence, and within the accepted practices and norms of your respective field/profession.
Prepare syllabi and instructional materials, develop and deliver lectures and tests, and evaluate students.
Engages in reflective self-assessment of teaching styles and methods to ensure consistently effective instructional performance.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop/revise curriculum.
Ensure the timely completion and reporting of student learning assessments.
Continued professional development activity is expected at a level commensurate with rank and the mission of the University. Community, institutional and professional service in furtherance of FGCU's mission is expected of all faculty.
Actively participate in community, institutional, and professional service in furtherance of FGCU's mission.
Actively serves on university committees.
Actively participates in institutional meetings
Attends faculty and college meetings as required.
Be available for scheduled office hours as posted.
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

Master of Arts in Political Science or a closely related discipline from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
Experience teaching undergraduate courses in the subfield of American Government, evidenced either by having served as instructor of record or as a teaching assistant.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in Political Science from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.
Prior teaching experience as instructor of record.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s).
Understands how to use digital and interactive technologies to efficiently and effectively achieve specific learning goals.
Knowledge of critical thinking processes and understanding how to help learners develop high-level questioning skills.
Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructional models and strategies.
Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities (e.g., Face-to-face, synchronous online, or asynchronous online).
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the University in developing and delivering instruction, resulting in improved student learning.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Appointment will be made on a 9-month multi-year appointment basis available August 2025.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU.

Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request.

Required Application Materials:

Unofficial Transcripts
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Five (5) Professional References

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

The position is listed as "open until filled", however applications received by January 15, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

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