Job Opportunities

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Department of Philosophy
Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of Philosophy at Bowling Green State University anticipates a number of adjunct (part-time) teaching opportunities during the 2023-24 academic year beginning with the Fall 2023 semester. These most likely will involve introductory courses, including courses in applied ethics.

Qualifications: Applicants must have at least an M.A. in philosophy.

Application: To apply, submit a letter of application, CV, two recent letters of recommendation (within 1 year), official transcripts indicating highest degree earned, and a teaching portfolio to: Adjunct Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green OH 43403-0222. Electronic applications are also accepted (meweber@bgsu.edu).  

Application deadline is May 25, 2023.

World Languages and Cultures
Part-time Teaching Positions (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of World Languages and Cultures at Bowling Green State University seeks applicants for possible part-time teaching positions in introductory language courses for the Academic Year 2023-2024.

Minimum Qualifications: M.A. degree in Chinese, Classical Civilization, French, German, ancient Greek, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Russian, Spanish, or related field. Evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level in any of the above languages or related field is preferred, as is teaching online courses at the collegiate level.

Application: Submit application materials by postal mail to: Amy Smith, Administrative Assistant, World Languages and Cultures, Shatzel Hall 207, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403. Complete application file must include:

1. letter of application;
2. full curriculum vita (including a listing of all courses taught and when);
3. two current (dated within the past year), original letters of reference; and
4. official transcripts indicating highest degree earned.

Application deadline: Postmarked by May 31, 2023.

Department of Theatre and Film

Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of Theatre and Film at Bowling Green State University (http://www.bgsu.edu/arts-and-sciences/theatre-and-film.html) seeks strong applicants for part-time teaching assignments in the areas of: theatre, performance studies, film studies, film production, arts management, theatre for youth, and dance. Pending enrollments, successful applicants will teach introductory courses in these areas. Possible start dates are August 21, 2023, January 2024 or May 2024.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a degree appropriate to the courses being taught: MFA or PhD for applied theatre, arts management, theatre for youth, or dance classes; MFA in production for film production classes; or PhD or ABD in film studies, performance studies, or theatre studies. Successful candidates will teach introductory courses in these areas. Evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level is preferred.

Application: Applicants should submit: 1) letter of application, 2) full curriculum vita, 3) two current (dated within the past year), original letters of reference, and 4) official transcripts indicating the highest degree earned. Finalists will be required to authorize and pass a background check prior to an offer of employment.

Submit application materials to: Chair, Department of Theatre and Film, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403-0180. No electronic applications will be accepted.

Applications must be received by May 31, 2023.  

Asian Studies Program

Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Asian Studies Program at Bowling Green State University invites applications to join the pool of adjunct instructors available to teach undergraduate courses in Asian Studies. Courses that may be available in Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 include the following:

Asian Studies 1800 (Asian Civilizations)

Fall, Spring. This is a core course for all Asian Studies majors and minors. Provides general knowledge of Asia relative to historical, cultural, social, economic, and political developments of selected countries in East, South, or Southeast Asia. Credit allowed for only one of ASIA 1800, HIST 1800.

Asian Studies 2000 (Introduction to Asian Religions)

Fall or Spring. This course provides an introduction to Asian Religions. It looks at some of the sacred texts, philosophies, and practices of religions either started in South, East, or Southeast Asia or practiced by large numbers of people there, including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Shintoism, Sikhism, Jainism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Students will leave the class with a sense of the diversity of "Asia" as well as an understanding that religions are not monolithic, but open to interpretation both by practitioners and by artists - musicians, dancers, painters, and writers.

Qualifications: A master's degree in philosophy, religion, history, political science, Asian Studies, or specialization in Asia from a relevant program is preferred.

A bachelor's degree in a related field and current enrollment in a master’s program may be considered, to be judged by the program with approval of the Dean required. A background check will be required. Application: Electronically submit a letter of eligibility and interest, resume and two letters of recommendation to Alison Ferow at aferow@bgsu.edu. For questions call (419) 372-2667. If a course is available, candidates will be required to submit proof of degree via official transcripts.

Applications will be accepted through June 1, 2023.  

Department of Political Science

Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of Political Science at Bowling Green State University seeks applications for possible part-time adjunct teaching positions for the Academic Year 2023-24 and Summer 2024. Successful applicants will teach undergraduate courses in Political Science, which includes American Government, Public Administration, Comparative Government, International Relations, Public Law, and Political Theory. Graduate teaching is a possibility.

Qualifications: MA in Political Science or related field is required; PhD strongly preferred.

Application: Applicants should submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and two current (no more than a year old), original letters of reference and official transcripts indicating highest degree. Please mail materials to: Marc Simon, Chair, Adjunct Teaching Committee, Department of Political Science, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403. No email applications will be accepted.

Applications must be received by June 1, 2023.

Department of Psychology
Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of Psychology at Bowling Green State University seeks strong applicants for part-time teaching assignments in the areas of: introductory psychology, developmental psychology, statistics, neuroscience, research methods, cognitive psychology, social psychology, personality, clinical psychology; and industrial-organizational psychology for the Academic Year 2023-24. Successful applicants will teach undergraduate courses in psychology.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a master’s degree in psychology. Evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level is preferred.

Application:To be considered, applicants must submit:

1. a letter of application
2. full curriculum vita
3. two current (dated within the past year), original letters of reference sent directly from the reference
4. official transcripts indicating the highest degree earned

Submit application materials to: Chris Gebers, Administrative Assistant, Department of Psychology, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403. Application can be sent electronically to cgebers@bgsu.edu.

Applications must be received by June 9, 2023

Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Bowling Green State University seeks applicants for one or more part-time teaching assignments of undergraduate and/or graduate courses in mathematics and statistics for Academic Year 2023-2024.  Successful applicants may teach quantitative reasoning, college algebra, precalculus, calculus, math education, introductory and/or foundational statistics, statistics, a first course of probability, and/or other courses depending on the applicant’s qualifications. Starting date is August 2023 or January 2024.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a master’s or doctoral degree in mathematics, statistics, mathematics education, or in a closely related field. Evidence of successful teaching in mathematics and statistics courses at the collegiate level is preferred, as is experience teaching in an Emporium format.

Application: Complete application file must include: (1) a letter of application; (2) full curriculum vita; (3) two current (dated after August 30th, 2022), original letters of reference; (4) official transcripts indicating the highest degree earned. 

Submit application materials to: Junfeng Shang, Chair, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403.

Applications must be received by June 25th, 2023..  

Department of History
Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of History at Bowling Green State University seeks applicants for part-time teaching assignments in all areas of history, from the ancient to the modern world. Successful applicants will teach introductory courses in US and World history, as well as upper-division topical courses as needed.

Qualifications: Candidates must have at least a master’s degree in History or equivalent. Evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level is preferred.

Application: Applicants should submit: 1) letter of application, 2) full curriculum vita, 3) two current (dated within the past year), original letters of reference; 4) official transcripts indicating the highest degree earned. Submit application materials to:  Amílcar E. Challú, Chair, History Department, achallu@bgsu.edu, or 132 Williams Hall, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403.

Applications must be postmarked by June 26, 2023.  

Department of Chemistry
Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details:  The Department of Chemistry at Bowling Green State University seeks applicants for possible part-time teaching positions in introductory-level chemistry courses during the fall 2023 and spring and summer 2024 semesters.

Qualifications:  Candidates must have an MS in chemistry or its equivalent. A PhD in chemistry or a closely related field is preferred.

Application:  Applicants should submit: 1) a letter of application, 2) a full curriculum vita, and 3) an official transcript indicating the awarding of the highest degree. Arrangement should also be made to have two letters of reference provided. All application materials should be sent electronically to cable@bgsu.edu.

Applications must be received by June 30, 2023.

School of Media and Communication
Part-time Instructors (Adjunct)

Details: The School of Media and Communication at Bowling Green State University seeks strong applicants for possible, part-time, adjunct teaching positions in our graduate programs. Graduate teaching assignments will be in the areas of strategic communication, advertising, public relations, organizational communication or research methods. Course could be online or face-to-face.  Starting dates are either August 2023 or January 2024.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a master’s degree and professional industry experience for teaching courses in the online Strategic Communication MA program. Candidates must have a PhD in communication or related field for consideration to teach face-to-face doctoral courses. Evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level is preferred.

Applications: Applicants should submit a letter of application, a complete CV, two current (dated within the past year), original letters of reference, official transcripts indicating the highest degree earned, and copies of teaching evaluations of graduate courses if available.

Submit application materials to: Sherry Pickerel, School of Media and Communication, 306 Kuhlin Center, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403.

Applications must be received by June 30, 2023.

School of Media & Communication
Part-time Instructors (Adjunct)

Details: The School of Media and Communication seeks strong applicants for part-time teaching assignments at the undergraduate level in the areas of communication, media production and studies, journalism, public relations, advertising and social media. Undergraduate courses could include strategic communication, interpersonal communication, organizational communication, leadership, conflict and communication, introductory journalism, broadcast journalism, new media and journalism, sports reporting, public relations, social media, video and audio production or script writing. Course could be online or face-to-face.  Starting dates are either August 2023 or January 2024.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a master’s degree in journalism, public relations, communication or media-related fields or a bachelor’s degree with five or more years of more professional experience in those areas. Professional experience is required to teach journalism and public relations courses.  Evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level is preferred.

Application: Applicants should submit a letter of application, a complete CV, two current (dated within the past year), original letters of reference, and official transcripts indicating the highest degree earned and copies of teaching evaluations if available.

Submit application materials to: Sherry Pickerel, School of Media and Communication, 306 Kuhlin Center, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403.

Applications must be received by June 30, 2023.

Department of English
Part-time Instructors (Adjunct)
English and University Writing Programs  

Details: The English Department of Bowling Green State University seeks strong applicants for anticipated part-time employment in the following areas: Literature, Creative Writing, Rhetoric and Writing, Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages, Linguistics, Technical Writing, Scientific & Technical Communication, and the University Writing Program.  Effective Date of Employment: August 2023

Qualifications:

1. MA or MFA in English, TESOL, or M.Ed.
2. Experience teaching college-level courses in designated areas
3. Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching

Application: Address electronic applications to Brad Felver, Acting Chair, Department of English or mail hardcopy materials to the Department of English, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403.

Complete application files should include:

1. letter outlining qualifications relevant to this position;
2. a CV which includes a list of graduate courses taken and brief descriptions of courses taught;
3. two current original letters of reference;
4. transcripts indicating highest degree. (Position finalists will be required to provide official transcripts.)

Applications must be postmarked by July 3, 2023.

Sociology
Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of Sociology at Bowling Green State University seeks applications for possible part-time adjunct teaching positions for the Academic Year 2023-24 and Summer 2024. Successful applicants will teach undergraduate courses in Sociology, which includes Principles of Sociology and special topics or upper-division classes as needed, such as Introductory Sociological Theory, Alcohol, Drugs, and Society, Deviance, Family, and Criminology.

Qualifications: MA in Sociology or related field is required; PhD strongly preferred.

Application: Applicants should submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, two current (no more than a year old), original letters of reference and official transcripts indicating highest degree. Successful applicants will be required to authorize and pass a background check as a condition of employment. Please send materials to: Danielle Kuhl, Chair, Sociology Department, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403. Emailed applications are preferred but hard copies accepted. Email to dckuhl@bgsu.edu.

Applications must be received by July 15, 2023

School of Earth, Environment, and Society

Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The School of Earth, Environment and Society at Bowling Green State University seeks applicants for possible part-time teaching positions for introductory Geology, Environmental Science/Policy, Geospatial, and Geography courses for the academic year 2023-2024.

Qualifications: Candidates must have at least an M.S. in the discipline or a closely related field.

Application: Applicants must submit: 1) a letter of application, 2) a full curriculum vitae, 3) two original, current (dated within the past year) letters of reference, and 4) official transcripts indicating the highest degree. Finalists are required to authorize and pass a background check prior to an offer of employment. Please send application materials electronically to: Jeffrey Snyder, SEES Director (jasnyd@bgsu.edu).

Applications must be received by July 15, 2023

Department of Physics and Astronomy
Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of Physics & Astronomy at Bowling Green State University seeks applicants for possible part-time teaching positions in the 2023-24 academic year and the following summer. Successful applicants will teach undergraduate courses in physics and/or astronomy.

Qualifications: A master's degree in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field is required and a Ph.D. is preferred. Evidence of effective teaching at the college level is preferred.

Application: Applicants should submit a letter of application, a complete CV, two current (dated within the past year), original letters of reference, and official transcripts indicating the highest degree earned. Application materials should be sent to: Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, 43403 or physics@bgsu.edu.

Applications must be received by July 31, 2023

Biological Sciences
Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of Biological Sciences at Bowling Green State University seeks strong applicants for possible part-time teaching positions in a range of courses from introductory biology classes for majors and non-majors to focused, advanced courses, for example, Anatomy & Physiology, Herpetology, as well as teaching laboratory sections.

Qualifications: Applicants with a minimum of a MS (sciences) are eligible for the introductory courses, while, for advanced courses, preference will be given to excellent teachers with a PhD. Unless they request otherwise, qualified applicants will also be considered for future part-time employment opportunities that may arise.

Application:  Applicants need to submit:

1. letter of application indicating course(s) of interest
2. full curriculum vita
3. official transcripts of highest degree earned 
4. two letters of recommendation dated within the past year.

Electronically submit letter of application and full curriculum vitae as one pdf file to Michele Nagel at mnagel@bgsu.edu (Subject heading: Biological Sciences PT Faculty Search). Please have official transcripts and two letters of recommendation sent to BGSU, Biological Sciences, 217 Life Sciences Bldg., Bowling Green, OH 43403, Attn: Michele Nagel, or emailed to mnagel@bgsu.edu. Further information about our department can be found at http://www.bgsu.edu/arts-and-sciences/biological-sciences.html.

Applications must be received by August 4, 2023.

Department of Computer Science
Part-time Instructors (Adjuncts)

Details: The Department of Computer Science at Bowling Green State University seeks applicants for one or more part-time, adjunct teaching positions. The position carries a 3-, 6-, or 9-hour load (1,2 or 3 courses, in the classroom or online). Salary varies with teaching load. Adjunct faculty typically teach freshman courses; specific course assignment will depend on the instructor’s credentials. Starting dates are either August 2023 or January 2024.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a master’s degree in computer science or a closely related field. Evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level is preferred.

Application: Electronic applicants must contain at least the following items: (1) a letter of application, (2) resume or vita, (3) official transcripts, and (4) two letters of reference bearing original signatures and dated within the last year. The letters of reference should specifically address the applicant’s teaching strengths. A statement of teaching philosophy and student evaluations (if available) are welcome additions but are not required. Email attachments should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. An official transcript, indicating the highest degree attained, will be required at the time of employment.

Address electronic applications to Dr. JK Jake Lee, Chair, Department of Computer Science (leej@bgsu.edu). (No hardcopy applications will be accepted.)

Applications must be received by August 4, 2023.