Part Time - Finance/Economics - Adjunct Instructor

The Pennsylvania State University; Paxtonia (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University Penn State Harrisburg invites applications for a part-time Instructor to teach Finance/Economics courses for Fall 2026 and beyond. Instructors typically teach 1–3 courses per semester on campus, hold office hours, and engage with diverse student populations.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Economics or Finance (or PhD for graduate courses); PhD preferred and college teaching experience is valued. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Earned Masters Degree in Economics or Finance for undergrad courses, or a PhD for graduate courses.
• PhD in Economics or Finance is preferred for advanced courses.
• College-level teaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach one to three courses per semester on campus.
• Grade student work and submit progress reports.
• Use Canvas for course delivery and communication.
• Hold at least one office hour per three credits taught.
• Respond to administration and student emails.

Skills

Effective teaching

Diversity engagement

Student assessment

Education

Masters in Economics/Finance

PhD in Economics/Finance

Tools

Canvas

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The School of Business Administration at Penn State Harrisburg is seeking a part‑time Instructor to teach one to three courses in Finance/Economics for the Fall 2026 Semester as well as other future semesters.

Job Duties

• Part‑time instructors typically plan and teach one to three courses per semester on campus related to undergraduate or graduate Economics and Finance.
• Successful candidates must be able to work effectively with diverse populations and audiences.
• Follow best practices for teaching.
• Work effectively with diverse populations and audiences.
• Hold at least one office hour per three credits taught.
• Grade student work.
• Submit student progress reports throughout the semester.
• Response to administration and student emails.
• Effectively use the Penn State learning management system (Canvas).

Requirements and Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Earned Masters Degree in Economics, Master's in Finance, or a closely related field for undergraduate courses, or a PhD in Economics or Finance for graduate courses, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Economics or Finance.
• College-level teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Background checks / clearances

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

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