ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE TEACHING PROFESSOR
About the role
The Smeal College of Business at The Pennsylvania State University (University Park, PA) invites applications for one or more Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor positions beginning in Fall 2026.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses in business communication
- Support the teaching mission of the Department through regular office hours
- Student counseling and advising
- Involvement in student extra-curricular activities
- Academic administration
Requirements
- Advanced degrees in communication or related areas
- Relevant industry and communication experience
- On-site teaching is an essential function of the job
Qualifications
- Successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in business communication
- Will support the teaching mission of the Department through regular office hours, student counseling and advising, involvement in student extra-curricular activities, and academic administration
- Typical qualifications include advanced degrees in communication or related areas
- The preferred candidate will have relevant industry and communication experience
Skills
The contract structure, including term, salary, and benefits, will be competitive and commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Roth retirement plans
- 75% tuition discount for employees, spouses, and children
Pay
The contract structure, including term, salary, and benefits, will be competitive and commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Schedule
The contract structure, including term, salary, and benefits, will be competitive and commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Application Instructions
Candidates should apply directly online and submit the following documents as PDF files: Curriculum vitae (CV), Cover letter, Teaching statement and evaluations (if applicable), Names and contact information of at least three references.
About The Department And Smeal
Information about the Department and the Smeal College of Business is available at www.smeal.psu.edu/accounting.
About Penn State
The Pennsylvania State University is a land-grant institution and one of the top 30 research universities in the United States, ranking among the top 15 public institutions. The University Park Campus is located in State College, a vibrant university town in central Pennsylvania, offering excellent schools and outstanding recreational and cultural activities. The campus is within a 3-4 hour drive to major metropolitan areas, including Washington, DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, and Pittsburgh.
Background Checks/Clearances
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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