Adjunct Instructor - School of Humanities and Social Sciences , Penn State Behrend

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants . 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 School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College offers classes in advertising and public relations, anthropology, the arts (art history, arts administration, music, film, and theater), communication, creative writing, digital technologies, education, English composition, foreign languages (French, German, and Spanish), history (western and non-western), journalism (broadcast and print), literature, philosophy, political science, psychology, religious studies, sociology, and women's/gender studies. We anticipate a need for part-time instructors in some of these disciplines for the 2022-23 academic year. The positions are dependent on class enrollments, low enrollments may necessitate cancelling the class and position. Salary is competitive. Responsibilities include creating and using a syllabus and course materials approved by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences to teach courses. Required qualifications include evidence of an earned Doctorate or Master's degree or equivalent education/experience, a commitment to excellence in teaching, including use of current technology, evidence of a commitment to working collegially and with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Applicants must submit a letter of application documenting qualifications, current curriculum vitae, and the names, email addresses and phone number of two references to can speak to the applicant's teaching abilities. 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. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: 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 . Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines Erie, PA