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Kinesiology Part-Time Adjunct Instructor Positions

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Penn State University

University Park, PAPart-timePosted 4mo agoStill listed today

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Compensation
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Location
University Park, PA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Master's degree, required

Job overview

The Pennsylvania State University Department of Kinesiology seeks part-time adjunct instructors for its Applied Exercise and Health and Movement Science options. Teaching opportunities may include undergraduate courses in kinesiology, anatomy, exercise psychology, movement behavior, and related subjects. Candidates must hold a master’s or doctoral degree in kinesiology or a closely related field. Teaching is for the 2026–2027 academic year, with possible reappointment based on continuing need.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Kinesiology Instruction, nice to have

Qualifications

Master's or Doctoral in Kinesiology or Related Field, requiredSuccessful Background Check, required

Full job description

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 Pennsylvania State University Department of Kinesiology (KINES) seeks candidates for part-time adjunct instructor positions within the Applied Exercise and Health, and Movement Science Options of the program. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or Doctoral degree in Kinesiology or closely related field.

Teaching opportunities may include but are not limited to: KINES 100 – The Cultural and Behavioral Foundations of Kinesiology, KINES 101 – The Biophysical Foundations of Kinesiology, KINES 200 – Muscle Training: Physiology, Programs, Techniques, KINES 202 – Functional Human Anatomy, KINES 203 -- Medical Terminology for Allied Health Professionals, KINES 321 – Psychology of Movement Behavior, KINES 341 – The Historical, Cultural, and Social Dynamics of Sport, KINES 345 – Meaning, Ethics, and Movement, KINES 402 – Human Anatomy Cadaver Dissection, KINES 421 – Exercise Psychology, KINES 360 – The Neurobiology of Motor Control and Development. A full listing of undergraduate courses is available at: https://bulletins.psu.edu/university-course-descriptions/undergraduate/kines/

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Reappointment in subsequent terms and years is possible pending continuing need. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue to be accepted until all positions are filled. Part-time teaching is for the 2026-2027 academic year. To be considered, interested candidates must complete an on-line application and upload a cover letter (with a list of courses you are interested in teaching), curriculum vitae, and the names of three professional references (with complete contact information, including mailing/email addresses, and telephone number).

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.

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How this job compares

Set against the 553 open Adjunct Instructor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$34/hr104 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 553 open Adjunct Instructor jobs across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Adjunct Instructor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 3 years (172 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a master's degree; 182 of the 553 open Adjunct Instructor jobs (33%) ask for a master's degree or higher.

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