Part Time - Anthropology - Adjunct Instructor

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The Division of Education, Human Development, and Social Sciences at Penn State Altoona invites applications for part-time instructors in Anthropology to teach entry level courses in cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, and/or archaeology.

Teaching opportunities include:

ANTH 1 - Understanding Humans

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 PrimatesUndergraduate course descriptions are available at: Anthropology (ANTH) | Penn State (psu.edu)

Requirements and QualificationsCandidates 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 or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all vacancies are filled. Part-time teaching is for the 2024-2025 Academic Year. To apply, interested candidates must submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Candidates should be prepared to provide the names, titles, and contact information (telephone, email, and mailing address) of three (3) professional references, if requested.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.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.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWFederal Contractors Labor Law Poster

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