Adjunct Lecturer

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University invites applications for part-time Adjunct Lecturers in Philosophy. Duties include teaching undergraduate philosophy courses; Ph.D. candidates may teach upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses.

Start date of Fall 2026 is August 24, 2026. Appointments are one semester, non-tenure track with potential for reappointment. Master’s degree in a related field is required, and applicants must show a commitment to an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field is required.
• Commitment to building an inclusive, equitable and diverse campus community.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate philosophy courses.
• Possibility to teach upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses for PhD-qualified candidates.

Skills

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Education

Master's degree in related field

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTSThe Department of Philosophy at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for Adjunct Lecturer openings.Job DutiesPart-time Lecturers will teach undergraduate courses in Philosophy.Candidates with Ph.D. degrees in the discipline may also be assigned to teach upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses.Requirements and QualificationsA Master’s degree in a related field is required .In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to building an inclusive, equitable , and diverse campus community, or describe one or more ways they would envision doing so, given the opportunity.The start date for Fall 2026 appointments is August 24, 2026 . These are one semester, non-tenure track appointments with the possibility of reappointment. Adjunct Lecturers normally teach one to two courses per semester. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all of the vacancies are filled . For a more detailed description of the department, please visit our website at http://philosophy.la.psu.edu/ .To be considered for this opening, submit a letter of application detailing relevant qualifications for this job and a curriculum vitae.BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICSPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.Federal Contractors Labor Law PosterPA State Labor Law PosterPenn State PoliciesCopyright InformationHotlines