Adjunct Professor of Management and Organization

Part-Time, Teaching-Track Faculty Positions in Leadership

The Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California seeks qualified applicants for part-time, one-semester, in-person positions as Lecturer to join our faculty at the Washington, DC, Capital Campus in Fall 2026.

A Leadership faculty member will teach first semester undergraduate students enrolled in a Leadership class (4 Units). This course examines leadership through social analysis, focusing on how individual and collective actions shape and are shaped by organizations, institutions, and cultural contexts. Students explore leadership theories, styles, and practices within broader economic, political, and cultural systems. The course emphasizes empirical and theoretical social science methods to analyze leadership's role in social dynamics.

The class fulfills USC General Education requirementsin Social Analysis.

Faculty teach one to three sections, for which they will develop syllabi and assignments in accordance with program guidelines. The class meets two days per week in two, two-hour blocks at the Capital Campus at 1771 N St NW in Washington, DC. The faculty member is encouraged to take students on two - three site visits and/or host distinguished speakers over the course of the semester.

In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must apply via the "Apply" link at the top or bottom of this page. The following application materials are required: Applicant Cover Letter; CV; and the names of three individuals who will be contacted by USC for a letter of reference. Referees should speak to teaching abilities.

We are seeking candidates to teach leadership at USC in the fall semester who are passionate about working with first-year undergraduates. Ideal candidates will demonstrate pedagogical innovation, adaptability, and a strong awareness of varied learning needs. We value educators who foster critical thinking and are committed to creating engaging, student-centered classroom environments that support holistic student development.

Questions? Contact:

Amy Morrill Bijeau

Director, Academic Programs, Capital Campus

University of Southern California

Capital Campus | 1771 N St NW

Washington, DC 20036

213-740-0864 | morrillb@usc.edu

https://usc.zoom.us/my/usc.capital.campus

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should have a PhD or other terminal degree by August 2025. We require demonstrated excellence in teaching International Relations at the college level. Candidates should demonstrate responsiveness toward and understanding of diverse student backgrounds, especially with regard to socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, culture, ability/disability, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications are requested right away. Applicants should submit a letter of application, a CV, and the names of three referees who can speak to teaching abilities. The referees will be contacted directly by USC to provide letters of reference after you submit your application.

We expect to conduct interviews with selected candidates in April with more information provided at a later date.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8000, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to theBackground Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.