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Part Time - Anthropology - Adjunct Instructor

Penn State University · Altoona, PA · 2 mo ago
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Job Description And Position Requirements

The Division of Business, Health, Humanities, Social Sciences at Penn State Altoona invites applications for a part-time instructor in Anthropology to teach in-person, entry level courses in cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, and/or archaeology. Candidates must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in Anthropology or a related field, and/or hold advanced certification/expertise in a related, specialized field.

  • Candidates may teach the following undergraduate courses:
  • ANTH 2N – World Archaeology
  • ANTH 8 – Aztec, Inca, and Maya
  • ANTH 9N - The Rise of Civilization in the Old World
  • ANTH 11 - North American Archaeology
  • ANTH 21 - Introductory Biological Anthropology
  • ANTH 22 - Humans as Primates
  • ANTH 45N – Cultural Diversity: A Global Perspective
  • ANTH 100N – Anthropology of Race and Racism
  • ANTH 120 – First Farmers
  • ANTH 140 – Anthropology of Alcohol
  • ANTH 146 – Indigenous North America

Undergraduate course descriptions are available at: https://bulletins.psu.edu/university-course-descriptions/undergraduate/anth/

Review of Applications

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Part-time Teaching

Part-time teaching is for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Application Process

To apply, interested candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three professional references with complete contact information.

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 Statement

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.

Additional Information

If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State 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.

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