The College of Information Sciences and Technology is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following faculty positions. If you have questions about the College of IST or the faculty recruitment process, please email facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu.
The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at The Pennsylvania State University at University Park, Pennsylvania invites applications for the inaugural position of Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs (ADFA). This position is a full-time academic administrator position that reports directly to the dean, and is part of the dean’s leadership team. The position requires the ability to serve as an adviser to College leaders and faculty on a broad range of faculty-related issues founded on best practices and University policy. Further, this position will represent the College in various University-wide administrative and topic-focused committees and will be the interface between the College and University on a wide range of issues. Success in this role will depend heavily on cooperation with a variety of university offices and on the ability to work collaboratively with others inside the College and across the University. Candidates should have a firm commitment to excellence, experience in college and university service, a demonstrated commitment to diversity, high ethical standards, and strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Although the position is a full-time administrative job, the ADFA will also be appointed as a member of the faculty of the College of Information Sciences and Technology commensurate with prior experience.
The Dean seeks to fill this position with a current full-time tenure-line/tenured Penn State faculty member with a strong commitment to collaborative leadership for faculty affairs, experiences and career advancement. We are looking for an exceptional leader who has familiarity with Penn State policy interpretation and implementation, who is committed to faculty career advancement and mentoring of new faculty, and who has a passion for helping the College achieve higher levels of excellence and accomplishment across all areas of education, research, and service.
A strong candidate will have:
The ADFA is an integral part of the College of IST’s leadership team and will work collaboratively with the Dean, Associate and Assistant Deans, Professors in Charge, Human Resources, and the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, among others, as well as with the Dean’s Office staff.
Education and Experience:
Successful candidates must have a terminal degree and will be considered for a tenure-line faculty rank commensurate with their education and experience in accordance with AC21.
Application Requirements:
Applicants must include with their application the following materials (it is recommended to upload one document with all materials enclosed):
The College of Information Sciences and Technology is strongly committed to a diverse community and to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for faculty, staff and students of all races, genders, and backgrounds. The college is committed to making good faith efforts to recruit, hire, retain, and promote qualified individuals from underrepresented minority groups including women, persons of color, diverse gender identities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. We invite applicants to address their engagement in or commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity issues as they relate to broadening participation in the disciplines represented in the college as well as aligning with the mission of the College of IST in a separate statement.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu.
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 at https://www.police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.
The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at The Pennsylvania State University at University Park, Pennsylvania invites applications for the position of Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies (ADUS). This position is a full-time academic administrator position, reporting directly to the dean and is a member of the dean’s leadership team. The position requires an understanding of Penn State’s undergraduate academic administrative policies and procedures. The dean seeks to fill this position with a skilled leader who is committed to mentoring new faculty, and who is passionate about helping the College achieve higher levels of excellence and accomplishment across all areas of education, research, and service. This position will diplomatically represent the College in various University-wide administrative and topic-focused committees. Success in this role will rely heavily on partnership with a variety of university offices and on the ability to work collaboratively with others inside the College and across the University. Candidates should have a firm commitment to excellence, experience in college and university service, a demonstrated commitment to inclusion and belonging, high ethical standards, and strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Although the position is a full-time academic administrator, the ADUS will have an appointment (or joint appointment if already a faculty member in another University Park College or Penn State Campus) as a member of the faculty of the College of Information Sciences and Technology commensurate with prior experience.
The successful candidate must have a PhD by the start date and be a current full-time Penn State employee. We seek exceptional candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate education and student success. A strong candidate will have experience as an effective instructor of undergraduate courses; evidence of effectiveness as an undergraduate adviser; evidence of leadership in curriculum evaluation, refinement, and development; experience in online delivery of courses; engagement in recruiting and developing instructors for online courses; and a proven record of successful collaboration with both tenure-line and non-tenure-line faculty and administration across the college and university in support of an institutional vision.
We particularly invite candidates whose experience connects to several current themes in our education mission: recent and ongoing rapid growth in both enrollments and new programs; pervasive technology-mediated innovation in course design, implementation, and evaluation; interdisciplinary content and connections across courses; and recruitment and support for a diverse student population.
The ADUS will assume a broad range of responsibilities, including the following:
The successful candidate must pass a background check.
Applicants must include with their application the following materials (it is recommended to upload one document with all materials enclosed):
The College of Information Sciences and Technology is strongly committed to a diverse community and to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for faculty, staff and students of all races, genders, and backgrounds. The college is committed to making good faith efforts to recruit, hire, retain, and promote qualified individuals from underrepresented minority groups including women, persons of color, diverse gender identities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. We invite applicants to address their engagement in or commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity issues as they relate to broadening participation in the disciplines represented in the college as well as aligning with the mission of the College of IST in a separate statement.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu.
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 at https://www.police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.
The College of Information Sciences and Technology is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions. The below guides will assist you as you apply, but if you have any questions on the application process, please contact HR Services at (814) 865-1473 for assistance.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) is seeking candidates for an Event Planning Assistant to join our team that supports all college events. This position will report directly to the Event Planner. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
At IST, we are strongly committed to a diverse community and to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for faculty, staff and students of all races, genders, and backgrounds. We are committed to making good faith efforts to recruit, hire, retain, and promote qualified individuals from underrepresented minority groups including women, persons of color, diverse gender identities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. We invite applicants to address their engagement in or commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity issues as aligned with the mission of the College of IST in their cover letter and resume.
Education and Experience:
This position requires a High School Diploma/GED or Vocational Training/Degree or higher plus two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Qualifications:
Additional Information:
This position will require the successful completion of standard background checks.
Due to the nature of the work, this position is primarily in-person on campus.
Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to generous vacation time (18 days per year; accrued on a monthly basis), sick time (12 days a year; accrued on a monthly basis) and paid holidays (14 per calendar year). Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more detailed information.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$38,300.00 - $55,500.00
Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
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.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.