Adjunct Professor of Government

Job Requisition JR101575 Adjunct Professor of Government (Open) Job Posting Title Adjunct Professor of Government Department CC00130 WM001 | PROV | Government Dept Job Family Faculty - Adjunct Worker Sub-Type Adjunct (non-benefited) Job Requisition Primary Location Chancellors Hall Primary Job Posting Location William & Mary Job Description Summary The Government Department at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, is recruiting a pool of qualified individuals for possible part-time adjunct teaching appointments. For the current academic year, the Government Department anticipates instructional needs in American Politics, International Relations, Comparative Politics, Political Theory, and Research Methods. Within the College of Arts & Sciences, adjunct faculty may be responsible for: Teaching assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses depending on unit need Preparing syllabi and course materials Delivering instruction and assessing student learning Holding office hours Fulfilling other instructional duties consistent with departmental needs This pool will remain open to address additional teaching needs that may arise throughout the year. Your application will remain active as long as the pool position is available but no more than one year. After one year, if you are still interested, you must reapply to the most current adjunct advertisement. Appointment Details Summer Session 1: May 26 – June 26* Summer Session 2: June 29 – July 31* (expected contract effective date: June 25) Summer Session 3: May 26 – July 31* Fall: August 10 – January 9 Spring: January 10 – May 24 Job Description Curriculum vitae; Cover letterinclusive of a statement of teaching interests that describes the courses you are qualified and interested in teaching, as well as your approach to teaching and mentoring and that may also incorporate a discussion of how your past scholarly work informs your approach; and A reference page with the contact information (including names, email addresses, and phone numbers) for three references. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on teaching and mentoring practices that advance academic excellence and success for all learners/scholars inGovernment in any of the aforementioned required documents. Candidates who are scheduled for interviews will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference. For full consideration, submit application materials no later than the initial review date . All required supplemental application materials mentioned above must be clearly identified and included with your application for full consideration. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed and as additional hiring needs arise. Information on the degree programs in the Government departmentmay be found at Additional Job Description Job Profile JP0738 - Adjunct Professor NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99 Compensation Grade S99 Recruiting Start Date 2026-04-15 Review Date 2026-05-16 Position Restrictions Restricted Term EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of VA Careers