Part-Time Adjunct Teaching Faculty - Sociology & Criminology

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Department of Sociology and Criminology at the Pennsylvania State University, University Park campus,  invites applications for part-time lecturer positions.

The position will involve teaching courses in Sociology and/or Criminology at the undergraduate level. The ideal candidates will have a minimum of a master’s degree (Doctoral Degree preferred) in Criminology, Sociology, or a closely related field.  Teaching experience is required.  

Adjunct Teaching Professors are expected to teach one to two courses per semester based on College of Liberal Arts guidelines.   Summer teaching opportunities may be available.

The start date for the position is August 2026.

To be considered for this position, submit a letter of application detailing relevant qualifications for the job, including a description of teaching experience and interests. Additionally, candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, sample syllabi from courses taught, and the names and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

For a more detailed description of the department, please visit our website at https://sociology.la.psu.edu/. 

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