Houston, Texas
Posted: 03-Feb-26
Type: Part-time
Internal Number: R144395
The John Glenn College of Public Affairs is seeking a semester lecturer to teach undergraduate students in the Washington Academic Internship Program. Course assignments will include PUBAFRS 4020: Contemporary Issues in Governance and PUBAFRS 4021: Research Paper.
PUBAFRS 4020 is offered in-person in Washington, DC one evening per week each semester. PUBAFRS 4021 is an independent study advised by the instructor.
Performance Objectives
Lecturing and teaching the material presented in the course syllabi in a professional and engaging way that helps students learn and encourages them to come to class regularly.
Assigning grades and assessing student progress, potential and achievement in concrete, understandable ways to ultimately help the student progress toward a degree.
Maintaining appropriate records in an organized, efficient manner for each class taught, and have this information prepared for students at all times.
Cultivating a desire to build relationships, finding solutions to problems and being helpful and friendly at all times.
Creating a classroom environment where students feel comfortable participating and learning.
Setting up assessments based on departmental regulations and requirements.
Preparing students for assessments and providing helpful performance feedback including recommending additional readings and providing advice to students.
Providing extra support to students who require it and scheduling consultation times where questions and concerns can be voiced.
Keeping up to date with advancements in the field and integrating new knowledge into lessons.
Answering students questions and providing timely feedback on assignments and essay drafts.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required:
Masters degree in a related field
Candidates must have experience working in or around the federal government.
Desired:
Candidates with teaching experience desired, which could be as a guest lecturer, teaching assistant, or training experience in industry such as training new employees or creating and presenting training sessions.
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include :
Required:
Cover letter
Curriculum Vita (CV)
Statement of Teaching and Mentoring
The College
The John Glenn College of Public Affairs is ranked 16th in the nation and #1 in Ohio among 271 Public Affairs schools by U.S. News and World Report. This marks the colleges 10th year within the top 10% of public affairs graduate professional programs in the country. The college is also ranked among our peers in the following specialty areas: public management and leadership (7), nonprofit management (9), local government (18), social policy (19), public policy analysis (20), urban policy (22), and public finance and budgeting (25).
Washington Academic Internship Program (WAIP).
The Washington Academic Internship Program (WAIP) is The Ohio State Universitys flagship, semester-based experiential learning program in Washington, DC, placing undergraduate students in high-impact internships across the federal government, nonprofit, advocacy, and private sectors. WAIP integrates full-time professional internships with a rigorous academic curriculum focused on public policy, governance, leadership, and professional development. For more information, see: https://glenn.osu.edu/washington-programs/washington-academic-internship-program-waip
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
Grounded in Ohio State UniversitysShared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia HERC.
Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyondits Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.