Villanova University
Lecturer Position

Adjunct Faculty - Department of Humanities

Deadline
Mar 15, 2027
Closing in 147 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
None
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 16, 2026

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Adjunct Faculty - Department of Humanities

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Availability of positions is variable and dependent upon numbers of students and courses required. Screening of submitted applications begins when a teaching vacancy arises. Candidates selected for interviews for the Adjunct Faculty Pool will be contacted by telephone or e-mail. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to a criminal background check. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted to submit application; however, official transcripts are required if selected for an interview.

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Posting Details (Default Section)
Posting Number: 2022930F
Position Title: Adjunct Faculty - Department of Humanities
Position Type: Faculty
Location: Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule: part-time/9-months
Department: 157-Humanities/Augustinian Traditions
Position Summary: The Department of Humanities seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Faculty Pool to teach interdisciplinary courses grounded in the Augustinian Intellectual Tradition. The department welcomes applicants at any time to submit a letter of interest (with names and the contact information of three references), a current resume and unofficial copies of college/university transcripts at https://jobs.villanova.edu.

The availability of positions depends on the number of students and courses required. Screening of submitted applications begins when a teaching vacancy arises. Candidates selected for interviews for the Adjunct Faculty Pool will be contacted by telephone or e-mail. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to a criminal background check.


Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Teaching one or more courses
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution of higher education.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous teaching experience preferred.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
Special Message to Applicants: Availability of positions is variable and dependent upon numbers of students and courses required. Screening of submitted applications begins when a teaching vacancy arises. Candidates selected for interviews for the Adjunct Faculty Pool will be contacted by telephone or e-mail. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to a criminal background check. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted to submit application; however, official transcripts are required if selected for an interview.
Posting Date: 05/23/2022
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information: This adjunct position falls within the salary range of $1,160.00 – $2,230.00 per credit/contact hour. The final compensation will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s educational qualifications, course type (drill, lab, lecture), course level (undergraduate or graduate), and market benchmarks.
Salary Band: N/A
Job Classification: faculty

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