New

Adjunct in Biology

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Lehigh Valley
Feb 06, 2026
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, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Penn State Lehigh Valley, Academic Affairs has a need for a highly qualified part-time faculty to teach a variety of courses in Biology, including but not limited to Anatomy and Physiology lecture and laboratory and General Biology lecture and laboratory. For Fall 2026, the selected candidate(s) will teach introductory A&P course, both lecture and laboratory. The ideal candidates should be open to offering flexibility in course scheduling and methods of course delivery; however, this position is required to be taught in-person. Requirements include the minimum of an earned Master's degree in Biology or a closely-related field, with a PhD preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policy. 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. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. 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. The Pennsylvania State University 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. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines