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Penn State Scranton
HDFS and Social Sciences - Part-Time Faculty Positions
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REQ_0000054143 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. Dunmore, PACareer Insights for Political Science Professor
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A Political Science Professor teaches foundational political science ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$91,133 / year median in the U.S.
+2% projected growth