Instructor or open rank faculty position for the Sheetz Fellows Program

About the role

Penn State Altoona is seeking an Instructor or open rank faculty position for the Sheetz Fellows Program. This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and assessing student coursework for up to three undergraduate courses in Sheetz Fellows Program each semester
• Guiding students through a diverse range of ideas, materials, and processes to promote both creative and intellectual growth
• Mentoring and evaluating students, supporting their professional development within the field of entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership
• Making educational activities interesting and engaging to accommodate different learning styles
• Cultivating a supportive learning environment that allows students to think critically and gain valuable real-world experience while incorporating leadership and personal development skills into the curriculum
• Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner with students, faculty, staff, and community members
• Collaborating in creating and enforcing policies and procedures related to Sheetz Fellows Program and student activities within the Program
• Aiding the Senior Director of Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership in administrative duties of the Sheetz Fellows Program

Requirements

The minimum requirement is a master’s degree plus proven business/industry experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

To be considered for the position, apply online at http://hr.psu.edu/careers. Candidates must submit a resume, a cover letter stating their interest, and references.

Skills

Proven business/industry experience, evidence of industry-specific experience, understanding current business trends, and proven leadership abilities are essential.

Benefits

Full university benefits apply. Specific inquiries about the position should be addressed to Donna Bon, Steve and Nancy Sheetz Senior Director of Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership, djb36@psu.edu.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the posting.