- Location
- Penn State University Park, United States of America
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Seniority
- Entry
- Education
- PhD
- Source
- Workday
Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. 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. 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.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
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 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.
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 Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits 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 here.
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.
