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University of Hawaii
The University of Hawaii is building its lecturer applicant pool for Political Science instructors to teach during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 terms in Makakilo, Honolulu. If you are passionate about government, public policy, and political theory and want to shape the next generation of engaged citizens, this Lecturer (Political Science) opportunity may be the right fit.
About the Role
As a Lecturer (Political Science) with the University of Hawaii, you will deliver assigned Political Science courses to students in Makakilo, Honolulu. This is a lecturer pool position, and appointments are contingent on the availability of funds and actual staffing needs. Courses may be offered both online and in person, so flexibility across formats and schedules is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach assigned Political Science courses to undergraduate students.
- Deliver instruction in multiple modalities, including online and in-person classes.
- Maintain availability to teach during daytime, evening, or weekend time blocks as scheduled.
- Support student learning and academic success throughout each assigned term.
Qualifications
- Academic preparation in Political Science or a closely related field appropriate to the courses assigned.
- Willingness and ability to teach in both online and face-to-face settings.
- Flexibility to accept day, evening, or weekend teaching assignments.
- Compensation is set at a minimum of $2,053 per credit hour for Academic Year 2026–2027, commensurate with education and experience.
About University of Hawaii
The University of Hawaii is a respected public institution serving learners across the Hawaiian Islands. Through its campuses, including the Makakilo and Honolulu area, the university connects students with experienced educators and a diverse academic community committed to teaching excellence and lifelong learning.
How to Apply
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Hawaii is an island state of the United States, in the Pacific Ocean about 2,000 miles (3,200 km) southwest of the U.S. mainland. One of the two non-contiguous U.S. states, it is the only state not on the North American mainland, the only state that is an archipelago, the only state south of the Tropic of Cancer, one of only two states, along with Florida, with regions that have a tropical climate
- Elevation 138m (453 ft)
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