Jul 10, 2026

Part - Time Instructor, Political Science - FY 2027

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About the position The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is seeking part-time instructors to teach Political Science courses. The primary teaching format will be on-ground, with potential opportunities for online instruction. A key course assignment is Introduction to American Politics (PSC 101), a four-credit course that includes a Nevada Constitution and Politics component. CSN is Nevada's largest college and one of the largest in the nation, operating in over 50 locations including 3 main campuses, as well as multiple sites and centers throughout the southern Nevada area. As a comprehensive, multi-campus community college, and the largest and most ethnically diverse institution in the state of Nevada, CSN educates over 50,000 students, including more than 14,000 non-credit students annually. CSN is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and a Minority Serving Institution, committed to creating opportunities and enriching lives with inclusive learning and working environments that support diversity and student success. Responsibilities • Teach college-level courses in the field. • Develop syllabi and course materials. • Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes. • Provide an excellent teaching experience as well as student advisement, recruitment activities and program/curriculum development. • Teach at multiple campuses in Clark County. • Be available to teach day, evening and/or weekend courses. Requirements • Master's degree in political science (Ph.D. preferred) from a regionally accredited college or university with at least 18 graduate credits in the subject being taught (also from a regionally accredited college or university). Nice-to-haves • Ph.D. in political science Benefits • NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security.