Part Time - Earth and Mineral Sciences - Adjunct Instructor

Penn State University; United States; Remote; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking Part-Time Instructors to teach online geospatial education courses on a semester basis for the academic year.

Candidates should hold a Master’s degree and have college teaching experience; employment may require background checks in line with university policy.

Review of applications will continue through the 2025-2026 academic year, and the university affirms equal opportunity and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and some college classroom teaching experience in a college environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree

Job description

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

The College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking Part-Time Instructors for its online geospatial education programs. Instructors teach on a semester-by-semester basis for the academic year.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Applicants will be evaluated based on education and experience, with typical requirements including a Master`s degree and some classroom teaching experience in a college environment.

The review of applications will be ongoing through the 2025-2026 academic year as needed.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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

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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.

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Penn 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.

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