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The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST), Penn State Climate Consortium, and Institute for Energy and the Environment (IEE) at The Pennsylvania State University invite applications for a tenure-line faculty position in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and/or Socio-technical Systems located in State College, Pennsylvania. This position provides a unique opportunity to serve as a bridge between the College of IST and Penn State’s vibrant climate research community, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and contributing to impactful research in climate science. This appointment is at the assistant or associate professor rank and begins in July of 2025 at the University Park campus with the tenure home in IST.

We are interested in candidates who bring interdisciplinary approaches to a broad set of topics in climate research, including (but not limited to): hybrid physics-based and/or data-driven machine learning approaches to climate modeling; multi-scale, multi-fidelity, and/or multi-modal climate modeling; remote sensing; AI prediction of climate risks and/or adaptation strategies; carbon footprint of AI technologies; game theoretic modeling of actors in climate change; networked systems for incentivizing climate action; behavioral interventions; climate technologies for the developing world; intersections of climate justice and informatics; connected technologies; crowdsourced funding of capital-intensive climate projects; and/or new metrics for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Emphases on other interdisciplinary climate topics not mentioned above are welcome.

The College of IST has a flourishing undergraduate program in Data Sciences, as well as doctoral and master's programs in Informatics. IST’s new undergraduate program in Artificial Intelligence is currently under review. Faculty candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in residential, online, and/or hybrid modes; conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research; supervise and mentor graduate students; actively pursue external funding to support research activities; engage in service activities at the college and university levels; and collaborate with faculty across the university and industry partners.

Candidates will possess a PhD in data science, artificial intelligence, a socio-technical systems area, or a related field before their appointment start date at Penn State. Applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor will demonstrate strong potential for developing an externally funded, collaborative, interdisciplinary research program, and potential to contribute to the college’s teaching mission. Candidates seeking the rank of Associate Professor should have a strong record of scholarly achievement, external funding, and demonstrated success in teaching and service.

The successful candidate will assume a key role in interdisciplinary research collaborations and is co-funded through Penn State University’s Institute of Energy and the Environment (IEE). The successful candidate should be a collaborative leader who will promote and enhance excellence and innovation in interdisciplinary research.

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.

Applicants will attach documentation during their application process and should include a cover letter with information about their interests and qualifications for the position. They will also include a description of their i) research accomplishments and plans, ii) approach to teaching, iii) and their commitment to inclusion and belonging. Provide the iv) applicant’s curriculum vitae and v) contact information for at least three professional references. Candidates may combine their descriptions into one cover letter and combine all file(s) into one document prior to uploading, or they may upload separate files.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu. Review of applications begins on January 6, 2025, and will continue until positions are filled.

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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. 

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for one tenure-line faculty position focused on Human Centered Artificial Intelligence (HCAI) located in State College, Pennsylvania. The appointment will be at the assistant or associate professor rank and begin in July 2025 at the University Park campus.

We are looking for outstanding candidates who can significantly enhance objectives and approaches to HCAI. We seek scholars with demonstrated expertise in specific applications of artificial intelligence (AI) that support human goals, needs, and/or values. Candidates with expertise in designing and developing novel techniques such as human-AI collaboration, human-robot interaction, or generative AI to advance knowledge are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research; teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including residential, online, and/or hybrid courses; supervise and mentor graduate students; actively pursue external funding to support research activities; engage in service activities at the college and university levels; and collaborate with faculty across the university and industry partners.

Candidates will possess a PhD in informatics, computer science, cognitive science, or a related discipline before their appointment start date at Penn State. Applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor will demonstrate strong potential for developing an externally funded, collaborative, interdisciplinary research program, and potential to contribute to the college’s teaching mission. Candidates seeking the rank of Associate Professor should have a strong record of scholarly achievement, external funding, and demonstrated success in teaching and service.

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.

Applicants will attach documentation during their application process and should include a cover letter with information about their interests and qualifications for the position. They will also include a description of their i) research accomplishments and plans, ii) approach to teaching, iii) and their commitment to inclusion and belonging. Provide the iv) applicant’s curriculum vitae and v) contact information for at least three professional references. Candidates may combine their descriptions into one cover letter and combine all file(s) into one document prior to uploading, or they may upload separate files.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu.

Applications received before December 31, 2024, will receive full consideration and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

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. 

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at the Pennsylvania State University invites applications for one open-rank, teaching faculty position in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) located in State College, Pennsylvania. This is a non-tenure-line, term appointment beginning in January or July of 2025 at the University Park campus, with an excellent possibility of renewal to a multiyear contract.

The primary responsibility will be teaching undergraduate courses in residential, online, and/or hybrid modes, with a commitment to teaching learners at all levels and from all backgrounds. Qualified faculty may also teach graduate courses. Teaching emphases may include introductory to advanced programming in Python or Java; programming for web and mobile; software, interaction, and user experience design and development; prototyping; and interface development tools. University service is also expected of teaching faculty.

Applicants must have a master’s or terminal degree in a related field, including but not limited to Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Interaction Design, Industrial Design, User Experience (UX) Design, Information Science, Informatics, Computer Science, and Engineering by the appointment start date with Penn State. Qualified candidates with professional industry or academic experience in HCI and software development will be appointed at higher academic ranks. Candidates will be considered for a teaching faculty rank commensurate with their education and experience in accordance with Penn State policy AC21.

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.

Applicants will attach documentation during their application process and should include a cover letter with information about their interests and qualifications for the position. They will also include a description of their i) research accomplishments and plans, ii) approach to teaching, iii) and their commitment to inclusion and belonging. Provide the iv) applicant’s curriculum vitae and v) contact information for at least three professional references. Candidates may combine their descriptions into one cover letter and combine all file(s) into one document prior to uploading, or they may upload separate files.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu. Review of applications begins on November 15, 2024, and will continue until positions are filled.

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. 

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for an open-rank tenured faculty position focused on social and organizational informatics and located in State College, Pennsylvania. The appointment is at the associate or full professor rank and begins in July of 2025 at the University Park campus.

We seek scholars who study the complex interactions between the human, social, cultural, political, organizational, economic, and/or technical factors fundamental to the use of information technologies. We invite humanistic and/or empirical approaches using qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed methods that generate impact for theory and practice.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in residential, online, and/or hybrid modes; conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research; supervise and mentor graduate students; actively pursue external funding to support research activities; engage in service activities at the college and university levels; and collaborate with faculty across the university and industry partners.

Candidates will possess a PhD in a discipline related to information sciences and technology such as informatics, social sciences, philosophy, business, or a related field before their appointment start date at Penn State. Applicants seeking the rank of Associate Professor should have a strong record of scholarly achievement, external funding, and demonstrated success in teaching and service. Candidates for full Professor should have the same qualifications as the Associate Professor, as well as a record that distinguishes them, nationally or internationally, as leaders in IST broadly defined.

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.

Applicants will attach documentation during their application process and should include a cover letter with information about their interests and qualifications for the position. They will also include descriptions of their i) research accomplishments and plans, ii) approach to teaching, and iii) commitment to inclusion and belonging. Provide the iv) applicant’s curriculum vitae and v) contact information for at least three professional references. Candidates may combine their descriptions into one cover letter and combine all file(s) into one document prior to uploading, or they may upload separate files.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu.

Applications received before December 31, 2024, will receive full consideration and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

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. 

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for multiple open-rank, teaching faculty positions in security analytics, cyber operations, and risk analysis beginning in January or July of 2025 at the University Park campus. These are non-tenure-line term appointments with an excellent possibility of renewal as multiyear appointments.

Candidates should provide evidence of excellence in teaching at the university level and a desire to collaborate with IST faculty on curricular innovation and development efforts. Primary responsibilities will include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in residential, online, and/or hybrid modes. University service is also expected of teaching faculty.

Applicants must have a master’s degree or a PHD in information sciences and technology, security, cybersecurity or a related discipline by appointment start date with Penn State and a commitment to teaching learners at all levels and from all backgrounds. Candidates will be considered for a teaching faculty rank commensurate with their education and experience in accordance with Penn State policy AC21.

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.

Applicants must include with their application the following materials. It is recommended to upload one document with all materials enclosed:

• Cover letter detailing qualifications for the position. It is imperative that you describe the area(s) of expertise you closely align with. Include a description of your engagement in or commitment to inclusion and belonging.
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references

Inquiries about the position may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu.

Review of applications begins in November 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

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. 

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for two tenure-line faculty positions in Security and Privacy located in State College, Pennsylvania. The appointments are at the assistant or associate professor rank and begin in July of 2025 at the University Park campus.

We seek scholars with expertise in areas such as, but not limited to: the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), security, and privacy; organizational and human factors of security and privacy including ethics, policy, and data governance; cybercrime, cyberfraud, and digital forensics; the systems aspect of security and privacy; and other emerging topics such as cryptography and quantum computing.

Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in residential, online, and/or hybrid modes; conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research; supervise and mentor graduate students; actively pursue external funding to support research activities; engage in service activities at the college and university levels; and collaborate with faculty across the university and industry partners.

Candidates will possess a PhD in information science, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field before their appointment start date at Penn State. Applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor will demonstrate strong potential for developing an externally funded, collaborative, interdisciplinary research program, and potential to contribute to the college’s teaching mission. Candidates seeking the rank of Associate Professor should have a strong record of scholarly achievement, external funding, and demonstrated success in teaching and service.

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.

Applicants will attach documentation during their application process and should include a cover letter with information about their interests and qualifications for the position. They will also include a description of their i) research accomplishments and plans, ii) approach to teaching, iii) and their commitment to inclusion and belonging. Provide the iv) applicant’s curriculum vitae and v) contact information for at least three professional references. Candidates may combine their descriptions into one cover letter and combine all file(s) into one document prior to uploading, or they may upload separate files.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu. Review of applications begins on December 15, 2024, and will continue until positions are filled.

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. 

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