Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Communication Arts & Sciences

Penn State University; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Berks invites applications for a Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences for a one-year teaching appointment. The role emphasizes excellence in teaching, advising students, and engaging in professional activities, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion at the university.

Benefits

Small class sizes

Low student/faculty ratio

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's degree required; Ph.D. preferred.
• Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational and advanced courses in Communication Arts and Sciences.
• Facilitate active and collaborative learning.
• Mentor students and participate in curriculum development.

Skills

Teaching

Collaboration

Mentoring

Assessment

Education

Master's degree in communication or a similar field

Ph.D. (preferred)

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday (https://www.myworkday.com/psu/d/inst/13102!CK5mGhIKBggDEMenAhIICgYI1A0Q1...) to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...). Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

+ CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...). Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

+ If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf).

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Berks invites applications for a Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences committed to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level. The 36-week, teaching track, one-year appointment begins in August 2025 and includes the possibility of reappointment. Onsite teaching is an essential function of this job.

Primary duties include:

• Teaching foundational, introductory courses as well as advanced courses in the Communication Arts and Sciences program
• Providing in-person instruction
• Facilitating active and collaborative learning
• Assessing student competencies based on course objectives/outcomes
• Participating in course, curriculum, and program development
• Advising and mentoring students
• Participating in campus, university, and community service activities
• Engaging in professional and scholarly activities within the discipline

Qualifications: A minimum of a Master’s degree in communication or a similar field from an accredited institution is required; Ph.D. is preferred. Prior college-level teaching experience, especially in public speaking and related courses, is preferred. Title will be commensurate with degree.

For applicants:

• Lecturer or Instructor: Possess at least a master’s degree or equivalent, or be an active candidate for a terminal degree, in a related academic field.
• Assistant Teaching Professor: Possess a terminal degree or equivalent; or if without a terminal degree, at least a master’s degree in a related field, with demonstrated teaching ability and professional growth.

How to Apply:

Submit application materials including a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy statement, sample syllabus, and references via https://hr.psu.edu/careers. Priority will be given to applications received by 01/31/25, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions, contact Jill K. Burk at [e-mail]. Technical support or hiring process questions can be directed to [e-mail].

Additional Information:

Penn State Berks, located in Reading, PA, offers small class sizes and a low student/faculty ratio, fostering individual attention.

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EEO Statement: Penn State is an equal opportunity employer. For accommodations due to disability, contact 814-865-1473.

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