The Pennsylvania State University

Adjunct Lecturer

Location
United States
Pay
Not disclosed
Type
Part-time · Hybrid
Listed
October 14, 2026

About this position

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 Department of Mathematics invites applications for Adjunct Lecturer positions for the 2026–2027 academic year. Appointments will be made on an as-needed basis and will depend on departmental instructional needs, course availability, and the qualifications and experience of the applicant. Adjunct Lecturers will be responsible for teaching undergraduate mathematics courses, including preparing and delivering course material, evaluating student work, maintaining appropriate course records, and fulfilling other instructional responsibilities associated with the assigned course. Applicants must submit an online application that includes a curriculum vitae. A list of publications may be included, if applicable. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning immediately and will continue to be accepted until all positions have been filled. A Master’s degree in mathematics or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. Candidates should have appropriate preparation and experience for teaching undergraduate mathematics courses. Appointments are contingent upon departmental instructional needs and available funding. 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

Requirements

  • A Master’s degree in mathematics or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required
  • Candidates should have appropriate preparation and experience for teaching undergraduate mathematics courses

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How the pay compares

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Not disclosed
Mathematics & Statistics median
$3,312/ course, n=69

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