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Adjunct Faculty - Political Science - Oakland, CA

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Adjunct Faculty - Political Science - Oakland, CA

Northeastern University logoNortheastern University
Oakland, CA, USA
Posted: Oct 16, 2026

NL Highlights

Teach in-person undergraduate courses in Political Science on the Oakland Campus.
Contribute to the academic environment by delivering engaging instruction based on departmental needs and enrollment.
Uphold Northeastern University's commitment to experiential liberal arts education through effective teaching.

Details

Salary & Funding

The rate per credit is $2,484.48.

Eligibility

PhD or ABD preferred.
Prior teaching experience in political science or a closely related field preferred.
Must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.

Next Steps

1
Submit CV
2
Submit Cover Letter
3
Submit Sample Syllabi (optional)

Opportunity Overview

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.

Job Description:

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)

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 $2,484.48.