Part Time - Civil Engineering & Structural Design and Construction Engineering Technology - Adjunct Lecturer (2026-2027)

The Pennsylvania State University; Paxtonia (PA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a part-time faculty opening in its Civil Engineering & Technology programs effective August 2026 at Penn State Harrisburg.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Civil Engineering areas such as Structural, Environmental, Water Resources, Transportation, Construction, Statics, Mechanics of Materials, Surveying, and Graphic Communications.

Qualifications

• MS in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline is required.
• Applicants with a PhD are preferred.
• Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume with the application.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Civil Engineering and related areas such as Statics, Mechanics of Materials, Surveying, and Graphic Communications.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, assignments, and assessments.
• Contribute to program development and student mentoring.

Education

MS in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline

PhD degree preferred

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

Penn State Harrisburg’s School of Science, Engineering, and Technology invites applications for a part-time faculty opening in its Civil Engineering & Technology programs effective August 2026.

The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate courses in one or more of these areas:

• Civil Engineering (Structural, Environmental, Water Resources, Transportation, Construction)
• Statics
• Mechanics of Materials
• Surveying
• Graphic Communications

Requirements and Qualifications

The minimum qualifications include the M.S. degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline and relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Applicants with the Ph.D. degree are preferred. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume at the time of application.

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