Adjunct Professor of Political Science

Job Description: The Department of Historical & Political Studies (HAPS) at Arcadia University, invites applications for an adjunct professor of Political Science to teach two courses in the fall of 2026: Introduction to American Politics and Political Science Research and Writing (cross-listed with the Criminology and Criminal Justice program). There may be a need for additional courses in subsequent semesters.

This position is in the Department of Historical & Political Studies (HAPS), which is an interdisciplinary department with undergraduate majors in Political Science, Law & Public Policy, International Relations, Diplomacy, and Law, National Security Studies, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Global Studies, Art & Global Change, Global Displacement & Human Rights Advocacy, History, Philosophy, as well as one Master's program (International Peace & Conflict Resolution).

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities :

• Teach one in person section of Introduction to American Politics, on Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30-10:10, and one in person section of Political Science Research Writing (cross-listed as Criminal Justice Research Writing), on Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-5:40.
  
• Prepare course materials and grade related assignments, along with tasks associated with teaching weekly courses.
  
• Meet with students during regular weekly office hours.
  
• Meet regularly with the Program Director of the Politics, Government and Law program within the HAPS department.

Qualifications :

• Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Political Science, or be near completion of the degree, and should demonstrate excellence in and commitment to teaching.

Application Instructions :

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadia's Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we've established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based, authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for 10 consecutive years. The University's graduate programs in Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Education, and Public Health are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadia's quality academic programs, unique approach to a liberal arts education, and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.

At Arcadia University, our Lived Values are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such, Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates who embrace those values. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

The number of part-time instructors hired by the department varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the program. When a position is available, qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview and asked to submit further documentation. While there may not be immediate openings, the hiring manager will review applications when openings do occur.