Adjunct in Sociology

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Penn State Lehigh Valley Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted January 22, 2026 Last posted January 22, 2026
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Adjunct in Sociology

Penn State Lehigh Valley is seeking a part-time lecturer to teach in person Sociology 1- Introductory Sociology and Sociology 119- Race Ethnicity & Culture starting in the Fall 2026 semester.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Minimum qualification is a master’s degree, or equivalent education and experience
  • Part-time lecturers prepare course lessons, evaluate students, hold regular office hours, and are expected to become proficient with Canvas, the University’s learning management system.    

To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, and contact information for three references. Review of the applications will begin immediately and will continue until the relevant positions are filled.   

 

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About this role

Summary

Teach introductory sociology courses, evaluate students, hold office hours, and use Canvas LMS.

Job title

Adjunct in Sociology

Experience level

master's degree or equivalent

Industry

education

Location requirements

Penn State Lehigh Valley, on-site teaching only

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

master's degreeteaching experienceCanvas

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

sociologyrace ethnicity culture
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Center Valley, Upper Saucon Township, PA, USA

On-site City