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RPTM Adjunct Faculty

Penn State University·University Park, Pennsylvania

Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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The role involves developing course syllabi and delivering lectures for various in-person Recreation, Park and Tourism Management courses. The instructor is also responsible for assessing student performance and providing support via in-person, email, and digital platforms.

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 College of Health and Human Development, Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Management invites applications for part-time academic job of Adjunct
  • Instructor for various academic years/semesters
  • Job duties to include: Developing Course Syllabus Delivering Lectures/Course Content for various In-Person RPTM Courses Assessing Student Performance Be available to help students via in-person, email,
  • Zoom/Teams
  • Requirements, qualifications, education and/or competencies: High School Diploma/GED Bachelors Degree in RPTM or related field
  • Preferred
  • MS or
  • PhD
  • Required
  • Application
  • Materials: Resume/CV Cover Letter 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 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. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines

Requirements

Applicants must have at least a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor's degree in RPTM or a related field. A Master's or PhD is preferred for this academic position.

  • high school
  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Curriculum Design
  • Student Assessment
  • Lecturing
  • Course Development
  • Academic Instruction

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
University Park, Pennsylvania
Posted
Jul 24, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Penn State University

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation. ARL-Penn State supports national security, economic competitiveness, and quality of life through Education; Scientific discovery; Technology...

Salary listed on 17 jobs
IndustryDefense & Space
TypeEducational
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Adjunct RPTM roles are selective in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, RPTM adjunct faculty roles are often driven by ongoing course coverage needs at colleges and universities, especially when programs need instructors with current field experience. These positions can be competitive because schools may prefer candidates with a bachelor’s in RPTM or a related field, and a master’s or PhD is often preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to match the exact degree and teaching background requested.

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