ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE TEACHING PROFESSOR

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

75% tuition discount for employees and eligible families

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is inviting applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor starting in Fall 2026 at the Smeal College of Business. The successful candidate will teach business communication courses and support the department through office hours, student advising, and other academic duties.

This role requires an advanced degree in communication or related fields, alongside industry experience. Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including medical coverage and a generous tuition discount for employees and their families.

Qualifications

• Successful candidates must have advanced degrees in communication or related fields.
• Preferred candidates will have relevant industry and communications experience.
• On-site teaching is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in business communication.
• Support the teaching mission of the Department.
• Hold regular office hours for students.

Skills

Teaching courses in business communication

Student counseling and advising

Involvement in student extracurricular activities

Industry and communications experience

Education

Advanced degrees in communication or related areas

Job description

This is a term position; the length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation beyond the term length will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

Position Specifics

The Smeal College of Business at Penn State (University Park, PA) invites applications for one or more Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor positions beginning 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 extracurricular activities, and academic administration.

Typical qualifications include advanced degrees in communication or related areas. The preferred candidate will have relevant industry and communications experience.

On‑site teaching is an essential function of the job.

Application Documents

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• Teaching statement and evaluations (if applicable)
• Names and contact information of at least three references

Benefits

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support personal and professional wellbeing. This includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount available to employees and eligible spouses and children.

Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO Statement

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.