Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor of Business Communication

Penn State; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Robust retirement plans

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University’s Smeal College of Business invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor beginning Fall 2026. The candidate will teach business communication, provide office hours, and advise students, with responsibilities including student activities and academic administration. Onsite teaching is essential.

Typical qualifications include a Ph.D. in communication or related areas; industry experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Teach courses in business communication.
• Provide regular office hours and student counseling.
• Engage in academic administration and service to the department.

Responsibilities

• Teach business communication courses and supervise student activities.
• Provide office hours and academic advising.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental administration.

Skills

Teaching

Student counseling

Advising

Academic administration

Education

Ph.D. in communication

Job description

# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .**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. **POSITION SPECIFICS**The Smeal College of Business at The Pennsylvania State University (University Park, PA) invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor position beginning in Fall 2026.**QUALIFICATIONS**The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in business communication. In addition to instruction, the individual 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 a Ph.D. in communication or related areas. The preferred candidate will have relevant industry and communication experience. The contract structure, including term, salary, and benefits, will be competitive and commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. Onsite teaching is an essential function of the job.**APPLICATION DOCUMENTS**Candidates should apply directly online through the Penn State site 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 .## **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. **BENEFITS**Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our page.) **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review .**EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.