Adjunct Lecturer in Physics

The Pennsylvania State University

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Penn State York Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 26, 2025 Last posted March 26, 2025
Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

  • 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.

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 York is seeking part-time lecturers to instruct undergraduate courses in physics.

Candidates should meet the following qualifications:

  • A minimum of a master`s degree in physics from an accredited institution is required

  • Prior teaching experience is strongly preferred

A teaching demonstration will be required as part of the on-campus interview.

Start date for the position is August 16, 2024.

Application: Applicants should apply online through this site. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.

This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances:
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form 
• FBI Criminal Background Check

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.

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

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About this role

Summary

Instruct undergraduate courses in physics as a part-time lecturer.

Job title

Adjunct Lecturer in Physics

Experience level

entry level

Industry

education

Location requirements

Located in York, PA; remote work not guaranteed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

master's degree in physicsteaching experiencePA State Police Criminal Background CheckPA Child Abuse History Clearance FormFBI Criminal Background Check

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

physicsteachingundergraduate
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

York, PA, USA

On-site City