Widener University

Adjunct, Sociology

Location
Chester, PA
Pay
Not disclosed
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
June 2, 2026

About this position

Widener University’s Sociology Department in the College of Arts and Sciences is currently seeking highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach in person Sociology courses. Part-time adjunct faculty may instruct 1 to 3 courses each semester on an “as needed” basis. Courses available for adjunct staffing are offered during the day. Adjunct faculty are expected to teach a specified course(s); prepare course materials, be available to meet with students outside of regularly scheduled class time, and provide support and guidance to students. For further information about the Department of Sociology please visit our website. Required qualifications include a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Sociology. Preference will be given to candidates who have ABD or PhD in Sociology, previous teaching experience, and willingness to be flexible in class scheduling. Complete applications are to include a cover letter, CV and contact information for three professional references. This is a pooled position from which adjunct(s) will be hired. As openings occur, applicants will be hired from this pool. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran. Widener University, an independent, metropolitan university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg, PA and Wilmington, DE. For more information about the University, please visit our website at www.widener.edu. EOE M/F/V/D

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How the pay compares

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$3,108/ course, n=57

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