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Position	Location
Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics	Chester
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics is a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Teaching position beginning in Fall 2026.
Assistant Professor of Political Science	Chester
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Professor of Political Science is a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2026.
Assistant Professor of Nursing, Non-tenured Track	Chester
Reporting to the Dean, School of Nursing, the Assistant Professor of Nursing is a 10-month, non-tenure track position. This position plays a vital role in delivering high-quality nursing education through classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. This contract-based position emphasizes teaching excellence and service, with limited research responsibilities.
Adjunct Instructor, Business Law	Chester
Widener University's School of Business Administration (SBA) invites applications for adjunct teaching in business law to start in January of 2026. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs, adjunct professors are responsible for teaching one or more sections of our Business Law in-person seated class on our Chester, PA campus. Candidates should hold a Juris Doctor degree. This position will remain open until filled. The successful candidates can expect business law teaching opportunities to be offered in subsequent semesters in addition to the spring 2026 semester.
Assistant Professor of Nursing	Chester
Reporting to the Dean, School of Nursing, the Assistant Professor of Nursing is a 10-month, tenure-track position. This position plays a pivotal role in advancing the University’s mission of excellence in nursing education, research, and practice. The successful candidate will contribute to graduate and undergraduate instruction, mentor students, engage in scholarly activities, and support the development of a diverse and inclusive academic environment.
Assistant Teaching Professor of Musicology	Chester
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Teaching Professor of Musicology is a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Teaching position beginning in Fall 2026.
Adjunct Instructor, Psychology	Chester
The Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of psychology. Applicants must have experience teaching and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.
Assistant Teaching Professor of Biology	Chester
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Teaching Professor of Biology is a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Teaching position beginning in Fall 2026.
Grounds Utility Mechanic	Chester
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Buildings & Grounds, the Grounds Utility Mechanic plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming campus environment. This hands-on position encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including grounds maintenance and landscaping support, campus moving services and logistical coordination, event setup and breakdown, furniture and equipment assembly/ disassembly, general maintenance and operational support.
Adjunct, Computer Science	Chester
Widener University's College of Arts & Sciences, Computer Science Department is accepting applications for highly qualified Adjunct faculty to teach 2 (two) sections of Computer Structure in Spring 2026. This course is an in-depth study of a particular assembly language (currently the x86). The aim of the course is to illuminate the structure and behavior of computers.
Adjunct, Digital Media Informatics	Chester
Widener University's College of Arts & Sciences, Digital Media Informatics Program is accepting applications for highly qualified Adjunct faculty to teach Introduction to Informatics (DMI 101) course in the Fall 2026 semester. Adjunct faculty is expected to teach a specified course as assigned; prepare course materials; and provide support and guidance to students.
Shuttle Bus Driver - Part-time	Chester
Widener University is currently seeking a Part-Time Shuttle Bus Driver on our Chester campus. This role reports to the Assistant Director of Transportation and provides support to all faculty, students and staff across campus. The schedule for this role is part-time with some partial first and/or second shifts, Monday – Friday & possible weekends, although hours may vary.
Adjunct Instructor, English	Chester
The Department of English and Creative Writing in the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of English (first-year writing). Applicants must have experience teaching first-year writing and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.
Visiting Assistant Faculty Fellow- Commonwealth Law School	Harrisburg
Widener University Commonwealth Law School is currently seeking a Visiting Assistant Faculty Fellow in the Commonwealth Law School.  Reporting to Dean & Professor of Law andré douglas pond cummings, this role will be a full-time teaching position teaching primarily Legal Methods and potentially other designated courses.
Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology	Chester
Widener University is currently seeking applications for an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology – Tenure Track in the College of Health and Human Services, to start in the Fall of 2025. This ten-month position is a core faculty position in our graduate level Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) program. We are a generalist clinical program and our faculty represents a diverse array of theoretical orientations. We encourage applications from candidates representing any theoretical orientations who, in addition to their areas of individual scholarly/clinical specialty, can teach core courses in a generalist clinical psychology curriculum (e.g., foundational courses, statistics/research methods, intervention, assessment, diversity and multicultural theory). We welcome applications from candidates who would also bring specific expertise in the array of areas typical to clinical programs. All candidates should be prepared to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as how this understanding is woven into their work.
Adjunct, Biology	Chester
The Biology Department at Widener University has an ongoing need for highly qualified Adjunct faculty to teach a variety of biology courses mainly for non-science majors, but also for some biology majors courses.
Adjunct- Simulation Lab Assistant, School of Nursing	Chester
Widener University is currently seeking a Simulation Lab Assistant to assist with the daily operations in the Center for Simulation. This is an adjunct position within the School of Nursing for the Spring 2024 semester (starting in January), with the possibility of additional opportunities in Fall 2024 and beyond. This position reports to the Director of the Center for Simulation.
Adjunct - Humanities	Chester
The Humanities Division of Widener University is seeking a part-time studio art instructor to teach introductory courses in sketchbook, drawing, and painting. These courses support the Visual and Performing Arts major as well as general education courses in the humanities. Applicants should possess an MFA in studio art or a closely related field. Teaching experience at the university level is preferred.
Adjunct - Undergraduate Accounting/Economics	Chester
The School of Business (SBA) Administration at Widener University invites qualified applicants to teach undergraduate courses in the fields of undergraduate accounting and economics. Qualified applicants have a passion for teaching in an applied and engaging manner, a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience in the areas of financial/managerial accounting, auditing, banking, international trade, analytics or forecasting.
Adjunct- School of Business Administration, Healthcare Economics	Chester
The School of Business Administration at Widener University invites qualified applicants to teach graduate courses in the field of Healthcare Economics. Qualified applicants will have a minimum of a master’s degree as well as relevant experience in the field.

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Position	Location
Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics	Chester
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics is a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Teaching position beginning in Fall 2026.
Assistant Professor of Political Science	Chester
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Professor of Political Science is a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2026.
Assistant Professor of Nursing, Non-tenured Track	Chester
Reporting to the Dean, School of Nursing, the Assistant Professor of Nursing is a 10-month, non-tenure track position. This position plays a vital role in delivering high-quality nursing education through classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. This contract-based position emphasizes teaching excellence and service, with limited research responsibilities.
Adjunct Instructor, Business Law	Chester
Widener University's School of Business Administration (SBA) invites applications for adjunct teaching in business law to start in January of 2026. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs, adjunct professors are responsible for teaching one or more sections of our Business Law in-person seated class on our Chester, PA campus. Candidates should hold a Juris Doctor degree. This position will remain open until filled. The successful candidates can expect business law teaching opportunities to be offered in subsequent semesters in addition to the spring 2026 semester.
Assistant Professor of Nursing	Chester
Reporting to the Dean, School of Nursing, the Assistant Professor of Nursing is a 10-month, tenure-track position. This position plays a pivotal role in advancing the University’s mission of excellence in nursing education, research, and practice. The successful candidate will contribute to graduate and undergraduate instruction, mentor students, engage in scholarly activities, and support the development of a diverse and inclusive academic environment.
Assistant Teaching Professor of Musicology	Chester
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Teaching Professor of Musicology is a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Teaching position beginning in Fall 2026.
Adjunct Instructor, Psychology	Chester
The Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of psychology. Applicants must have experience teaching and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.
Assistant Teaching Professor of Biology	Chester
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Teaching Professor of Biology is a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Teaching position beginning in Fall 2026.
Grounds Utility Mechanic	Chester
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Buildings & Grounds, the Grounds Utility Mechanic plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming campus environment. This hands-on position encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including grounds maintenance and landscaping support, campus moving services and logistical coordination, event setup and breakdown, furniture and equipment assembly/ disassembly, general maintenance and operational support.
Adjunct, Computer Science	Chester
Widener University's College of Arts & Sciences, Computer Science Department is accepting applications for highly qualified Adjunct faculty to teach 2 (two) sections of Computer Structure in Spring 2026. This course is an in-depth study of a particular assembly language (currently the x86). The aim of the course is to illuminate the structure and behavior of computers.
Adjunct, Digital Media Informatics	Chester
Widener University's College of Arts & Sciences, Digital Media Informatics Program is accepting applications for highly qualified Adjunct faculty to teach Introduction to Informatics (DMI 101) course in the Fall 2026 semester. Adjunct faculty is expected to teach a specified course as assigned; prepare course materials; and provide support and guidance to students.
Shuttle Bus Driver - Part-time	Chester
Widener University is currently seeking a Part-Time Shuttle Bus Driver on our Chester campus. This role reports to the Assistant Director of Transportation and provides support to all faculty, students and staff across campus. The schedule for this role is part-time with some partial first and/or second shifts, Monday – Friday & possible weekends, although hours may vary.
Adjunct Instructor, English	Chester
The Department of English and Creative Writing in the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of English (first-year writing). Applicants must have experience teaching first-year writing and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.
Visiting Assistant Faculty Fellow- Commonwealth Law School	Harrisburg
Widener University Commonwealth Law School is currently seeking a Visiting Assistant Faculty Fellow in the Commonwealth Law School.  Reporting to Dean & Professor of Law andré douglas pond cummings, this role will be a full-time teaching position teaching primarily Legal Methods and potentially other designated courses.
Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology	Chester
Widener University is currently seeking applications for an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology – Tenure Track in the College of Health and Human Services, to start in the Fall of 2025. This ten-month position is a core faculty position in our graduate level Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) program. We are a generalist clinical program and our faculty represents a diverse array of theoretical orientations. We encourage applications from candidates representing any theoretical orientations who, in addition to their areas of individual scholarly/clinical specialty, can teach core courses in a generalist clinical psychology curriculum (e.g., foundational courses, statistics/research methods, intervention, assessment, diversity and multicultural theory). We welcome applications from candidates who would also bring specific expertise in the array of areas typical to clinical programs. All candidates should be prepared to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as how this understanding is woven into their work.
Adjunct, Biology	Chester
The Biology Department at Widener University has an ongoing need for highly qualified Adjunct faculty to teach a variety of biology courses mainly for non-science majors, but also for some biology majors courses.
Adjunct- Simulation Lab Assistant, School of Nursing	Chester
Widener University is currently seeking a Simulation Lab Assistant to assist with the daily operations in the Center for Simulation. This is an adjunct position within the School of Nursing for the Spring 2024 semester (starting in January), with the possibility of additional opportunities in Fall 2024 and beyond. This position reports to the Director of the Center for Simulation.
Adjunct - Humanities	Chester
The Humanities Division of Widener University is seeking a part-time studio art instructor to teach introductory courses in sketchbook, drawing, and painting. These courses support the Visual and Performing Arts major as well as general education courses in the humanities. Applicants should possess an MFA in studio art or a closely related field. Teaching experience at the university level is preferred.
Adjunct - Undergraduate Accounting/Economics	Chester
The School of Business (SBA) Administration at Widener University invites qualified applicants to teach undergraduate courses in the fields of undergraduate accounting and economics. Qualified applicants have a passion for teaching in an applied and engaging manner, a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience in the areas of financial/managerial accounting, auditing, banking, international trade, analytics or forecasting.
Adjunct- School of Business Administration, Healthcare Economics	Chester
The School of Business Administration at Widener University invites qualified applicants to teach graduate courses in the field of Healthcare Economics. Qualified applicants will have a minimum of a master’s degree as well as relevant experience in the field.

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