Political Science & Philosophy Faculty Member

About Cape Cod Community College:

Cape Cod Community
College is a place of personal discovery, enrichment, and
professional development for those just beginning the quest and for
those at many points along the path of higher education throughout
life. It is a caring, comprehensive institution that belongs to the
people it serves and responds to their individual and community
needs. Students attending Cape Cod Community College are striving
for personal excellence, and are finding it, day after day.
Graduates of the College can be found in all levels of private
business, the professions, and public service, and they excel at
what they do.

For students seeking to lay a foundation for further study, there
is no better place to begin than at Cape Cod Community College. In
today's highly competitive market place, the well prepared transfer
student is the most aggressively recruited person in higher
education. For many Cape Cod Community College graduates, that
Associate Degree opens the door to institutions that were just not
an option after high school. And, when you consider the savings in
the overall cost of a four-year degree at either a public or a
private university, starting at Cape Cod Community College becomes
an incredible bargain that blends quality with unmatched
value.

The students' education is the first priority at Cape Cod Community
College. As a learning-centered community, we value the
contributions of a diverse population, welcome open inquiry, and
promote mutual respect. The College offers a strong educational
foundation of critical and creative thinking, communication
competency, and a global, multicultural perspective that prepares
students for life and work in the 21st century. Our liberal arts,
sciences, and career programs provide educational pathways that
serve the varied social, economic, and demographic characteristics
of our community with a distinctive focus on sustainability. We
honor our past, celebrate our present and imagine our future.

Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT:

Cape Cod Community College invites applications for a full-time,
tenure-track faculty position with a joint appointment in Political
Science and Philosophy. We seek an educator committed to excellence
in undergraduate teaching, inclusive and student-centered pedagogy,
and active participation in a collaborative, open-access community
college environment. This in person, on campus position is
to be filled for either the Spring 2027 or Fall 2027
semester.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT AND COLLEGE:

The Political Science and Philosophy programs at Cape Cod Community
College are located within the Department of Social and Behavioral
Sciences. This department serves a diverse student population,
including students pursuing transfer pathways, allied health and
human services careers, and personal enrichment. Faculty are
expected to contribute to high-quality teaching, collaborative
curriculum development, program assessment, and the academic life
of the College.

Located in a unique coastal region, Cape Cod Community College
offers an environment that values teaching excellence, close
faculty-student engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and
work-life balance.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Political Science and Philosophy programs serve a diverse
student population pursuing transfer pathways; careers in public
service, law, education, business, and other professions; as well
as a broad liberal arts education. Faculty are expected to
contribute to teaching, curriculum development, assessment, and the
academic life of the College. Cape Cod Community College considers
equity and diversity essential to academic excellence. The
successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to inclusive
teaching, mentoring, and equitable student outcomes.

The College values the complementary perspectives offered by
Political Science and Philosophy and seeks a faculty member who can
help students examine political institutions, ethical questions,
justice, democracy, public policy, and civic responsibility through
interdisciplinary inquiry. The successful candidate will inspire
students to become thoughtful scholars, engaged citizens, and
ethical leaders in an increasingly complex world.

The successful candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to
teaching students how to think critically, analyze complex ideas,
engage thoughtfully with diverse perspectives, and apply
philosophical and political concepts to contemporary issues. The
ideal candidate will foster civic responsibility, ethical
reasoning, global awareness, and informed participation in
democratic society.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Teach five sections per semester in Political Science and

Philosophy.

• Develop, implement, and assess curriculum and student learning

outcomes.

• Collaborate across disciplines to strengthen interdisciplinary

learning.

• Integrate instructional technologies in face-to-face and online

instruction.

• Promote active learning, civil discourse, ethical inquiry, and

critical thinking.

• Serve as Academic Advisor to approximately eighteen (18)

students (45 hours per semester).

• Hold a minimum of four (4) office hours per week (60 hours per

semester).

• Participate in Department, Division, and College meetings.
• Contribute to assessment, accreditation, and continuous program

improvement.

• Support departmental initiatives that advance the College's

mission and strategic priorities.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Master's degree in Political Science or Philosophy with

graduate coursework sufficient to teach in both disciplines.

• Prior undergraduate teaching experience as instructor of

record.

• Ability to teach in multiple instructional modalities.
• Commitment to inclusive and equitable teaching.
• Experience using a learning management system.
• Demonstrated use of active learning strategies.
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Political Science, Philosophy, or Political

Theory.

• Community college teaching experience.
• Ability to teach a broad range of Political Science and

Philosophy courses.

• Experience with curriculum development, assessment, advising,

and interdisciplinary programming.

• Demonstrated ability to engage students in civic learning,

ethical reasoning, deliberative dialogue, and evidence-based
inquiry

Equivalency Statement

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are
encouraged to upload a separate statement to define precisely how
their background and experience have prepared them with the
equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

COMPENSATION : Full-time, tenure-track, MCCC Unit position
with an anticipated Annual Salary Range of $57,289 - $68,493.
Actual salary will be commensurate with qualifications and
experience, determined by a formula-based classification system,
consistent with the MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Includes participation in a comprehensive employee benefits program
including option for membership in the Massachusetts State
Employees' Retirement System.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 25, 2026

Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu for information on
Cape Cod Community College.

This appointment is subject to the FY2027 budget
appropriations.

Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry
Information), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal
Offender Record Information) and national background
checks.

The College cannot consider candidates who do not have
unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
.

Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age,
veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual
orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX
of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other
applicable statues and College policies. The College prohibits
sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or
complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or
sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative
Action/Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against
Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or
the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil
Rights.

Application Instructions:

**ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY IN
ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.**

Begin the online application process by going to the APPLY
NOW link. During the process you will be given an opportunity
to upload required documents : a cover
letter addressing how you meet the minimum requirements of the
position and resume (failure to submit requested
documents may result in disqualification). Please note that
finalist candidates will be asked to provide three current
professional letters of reference and transcripts.

See the FAQ for using our online system. Please
contact us if you need assistance applying
through this website.

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