HDFS and Social Sciences - Part-Time Faculty Positions

The Pennsylvania State University; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-known university in Scranton is seeking highly qualified part-time faculty to teach courses in Health and Human Development and Social Sciences. Ideal candidates should possess a Master's degree and demonstrate excellence in college-level teaching. The role requires flexibility in scheduling and course delivery methods, and applications must be submitted online. The university values diversity and inclusion, offering equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level preferred.
• Open to offering flexibility in course scheduling and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of courses in Health and Human Development and Social Sciences.
• Submit materials online through the university career site.

Education

Earned Master's degree

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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• 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 REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Scranton has an ongoing need for highly qualified part-time faculty to teach a variety of courses in Health and Human Development and Social Sciences; namely, criminal justice, curriculum and instruction, education, human development and family studies, kinesiology, nutrition, political science, psychology, and sociology, . The ideal candidates should be open to offering flexibility in course scheduling and methods of course delivery.

Requirements include the minimum of an earned Master's degree. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level. The review process will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references, and a list of courses taught at the college level; all of which must be submitted online through our career site. Hard copies and email applications will not be accepted.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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Pursuant 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.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.

Dunmore, PA