Biology, Nursing and Science - Part-Time Faculty Positions

Penn State University; Dunmore (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Scranton seeks part-time faculty to teach in Biology, Nursing, and Science courses. Candidates should hold a Master’s degree and demonstrate college-level teaching excellence. The application process is fully online, and positions are filled on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a minimum of an earned Master’s degree.
• Preference for those with demonstrated college-level teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Biology, Nursing, and Science programs.
• Flexibility in course scheduling and delivery methods.

Education

Earned Master’s degree

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...). 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 (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...). 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 (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf).

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Scranton has an ongoing need for highly qualified part-time faculty to teach courses in the Biology, Nursing, and Science programs, including astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth and mineral sciences, meteorology, nursing, and physics. Candidates should be flexible in course scheduling and delivery methods.

Requirements include a minimum of an earned Master’s degree. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated college-level teaching excellence. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until positions are filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, contact information for three references, and a list of courses taught at the college level, all online through our career site. Hard copies and email applications are not accepted.

The Pennsylvania State University values diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We support individual uniqueness, foster inclusive culture, and leverage diversity’s benefits in society and nature. Inclusion is a core strength and essential to our mission.

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In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Act and Pennsylvania law, Penn State publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASR), which includes crime statistics and policies on campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, reporting, sexual assault, etc. The ASR is available here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports).

Employment will require successful background checks per university policies.

EEO STATEMENT:

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you cannot access our online application due to disability or impairment, contact 814-865-1473.

Additional resources include:

• Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster
• PA State Labor Law Poster
• Affirmative Action Policy

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Hotlines and contact info are available in Dunmore, PA.