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Adjunct Lecturer

Penn State University
Posted a month ago, valid for 11 days
Location

University Park, IL, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Part Time

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  • Penn State's Computer Science and Engineering department is seeking a part-time adjunct professor for the Fall semester, with a start date in August 2026.
  • Candidates must possess a minimum of a master's degree in Computer Science and Engineering or a closely related field, with a doctoral degree preferred.
  • The position requires teaching two to three courses per semester and may include summer teaching opportunities.
  • Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, sample syllabi, and contact information for three references.
  • Salary details are not specified, but relevant teaching experience is required.

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

Computer Science and Engineering is looking to hire a part-time adjunct professor to help teach for Fall semester.  The position will require knowledge in computer architecture, digital design, and course development for computer systems classes as well as the ability to ensure the compatibility in pedagogical tool use across prerequisites in the digital design through computer architecture prerequisite chain.

The ideal candidates will have a minimum of a master’s degree (Doctoral Degree preferred) in Computer Science and Engineering or a closely related field of study.

Adjunct Teaching Professors are expected to teach two to three courses per semester based on College of Engineering 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. 

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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

 

 

 

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.

 

EEO IS THE LAW

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.

 

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

 

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