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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The School of Public Affairs at Penn State Harrisburg is seeking a part-time lecturer to teach PLSC 460: Science, Technology, and Public Policy in Spring Semester 2026. This residential (on-campus, face-to-face) course serves students in the political science and public policy bachelor’s programs.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in political science, public policy, public administration, or a related field (Ph.D. preferred).

• Relevant academic or professional background; teaching experience preferred.

Desired Skills

• Policy analysis and evaluation.

• Data literacy (e.g., R, Stata, Python).

• AI applications in policy analysis.

• Survey design and analysis (e.g., Qualtrics).

• Technical and policy writing.

• Applied professional experience in government, industry, or nonprofit policy roles.

Application Instructions

• Please submit: Resume/curriculum vitae (CV) Cover Letter Sample Syllabus.

For full consideration, apply by November 1, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the vacancy is filled.

 

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