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Adjunct Faculty, MA in Global Security Studies

Krieger School of Arts and Sciences

Advanced Academic Programs

Johns Hopkins University

Institution Description

The Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) is a division of the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences at Johns Hopkins University (JHU). As the nation's oldest and one of the most prestigious research universities, Johns Hopkins offers high-quality master's degrees and post-baccalaureate education to students in the mid-Atlantic region and online. In addition to the online programs, AAP also offers master's degrees and graduate certificate programs at its Washington, DC Center and at the Homewood campus in Baltimore, Maryland. AAP has approximately 18,000 enrollments each academic year. JHU is committed to hiring candidates who, through their teaching and service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Position Description

The Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) division seeks non-tenure-track adjunct faculty to teach courses within the MA in Global Security Studies program. The course(s) will be taught online and/or onsite beginning in Spring 2024 and beyond. Candidates with online course development and teaching experience and those with experience teaching and engaging students from diverse backgrounds are of particular interest. We are looking for faculty who can develop and teach courses in the following areas:

+ Wargaming and Simulations

+ Space and Cyber Warfare

+ Emerging Defense Technologies

+ China and Indo-Pacific Security

+ International Space Policy

In addition, we are looking for faculty to teach one or more of the following courses:

Introduction to Global Security Studies - 470.603

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of global security studies, including theories of international relations, perception and misperception, theories of foreign policy, the varying concepts of security, and the elements of national power. It also includes a brief introduction to social movement theory and applies these conceptual tools to selected security issues.

Global Political Economy - 470.605

In the wake of the financial crisis, bank bailouts, and stimulus plans, the relationship between American economic power and national security is especially salient. In this course, students investigate core topics in international political economy, analyzing the security implications of each. Topics include trade relations, international finance, monetary relations, poverty, and development.

China's Impact on Global Security - 470.725

As China's role on the international stage continues to grow, how will its behavior change the world? Beijing has long espoused a principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other states, but as China's overseas presence and interests grow, how is it adjusting its approach to global challenges and influencing the interests of other states? Students will put themselves into the position of national security leaders in China, in the United States, and in third countries to explore a range of national interests, priorities, objectives, strategies, and policy tools.

Energy and Environmental Security - 470.773

This course examines the nexus of energy, natural resources, and the environment with conflict, war, terrorism, crime, development, diplomacy, politics, and technology. Students critically examine the ways that increased competition for environmental and energy resources, strained resources, and changing conditions can threaten national security. The course also examines how such threats may be mitigated.

Military Strategy and National Policy - 470.692

This course examines how states (primarily the United States) and other political entities harness military capabilities to pursue of policy objectives. It exposes students to levels of strategy--grand strategy, strategy, operations, and tactics--in a national security context. The course will then focus on the practical implications and unique characteristics of military strategy. Students will critically examine topics such as civil-military relations, land warfare, naval warfare, theories of airpower, insurgency and counterinsurgency, and nuclear warfare. The goal is to understand the embedded assumptions of the various theories, the characteristics of the military capabilities animated by them, and, through discussion and case studies, the strengths and limitations of each.

For more information, please see our website at MA in Global Security Studies | Johns Hopkins AAP (https://advanced.jhu.edu/academics/graduate/ma-global-security-studies/)

Minimum Qualifications

+ An advanced degree in any relevant field, with a master's degree at minimum.

+ At least five years of professional work experience within the defense or security field.

Preferred Qualifications

+ A terminal degree in international relations, conflict studies, global security studies, political science, history, or a relevant field related to international security studies.

+ A scholar-practitioner background who has published in the field.

+ 1 - 3 years of graduate-level teaching experience.

+ Leadership experience within the U.S. or international defense enterprise or multilateral organization.

+ Online teaching experience.

+ Experience in developing and updating graduate courses.

+ The background to teach a wide variety of courses in the Global Security Studies program.

+ Strong interest in advising graduate students interested in a defense or security studies career.

Salary: $7,210

The position will remain open until filled. For best consideration, please apply by July 15, 2023.

Candidates must submit the following:

+ Cover letter should indicate the subject areas or specific courses that align with your teaching and research interests

+ Your experience with online learning management systems (i.e., Canvas)

+ Curriculum vitae

+ Teaching evaluations for two most recently taught courses

+ References upon request

Selected candidate(s) will undergo a background check and submit evidence of educational credentials.

Job Type: Part Time

The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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