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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State's Human Language Technologies Lab, directed by Dr. Shomir Wilson, seeks applications for an Assistant Research Professor on a project at the intersection of privacy, natural language processing, and computational social science.

This is part of an NIH-funded effort to use transcripts of broadcast police communications to study adverse interactions between law enforcement officers and male minority youth. The hire will participate in all parts of the project but will focus on (1) identifying and mitigating privacy concerns presented by the dataset and (2) studying privacy-related aspects of broadcast police communications more broadly.

The Assistant Research Professor should possess a terminal degree or its equivalent in an academic field related to their research. The candidate must have demonstrated ability as a researcher; and must have shown evidence of professional growth and scholarship in their discipline. 

Candidates should have a strong background in privacy research, including differential privacy and anonymization. Candidates also should have experience mentoring students and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Prior experience with natural language processing and computational social science is a plus.

This is a fixed-term appointment funded for two years from date of hire. The possibility of renewal beyond that period will depend upon the availability of funds.

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

Applicants should submit:

• Cover letter
• CV
• Research statement
• Contact information for two references.

Application review will begin on June 11th and will continue until the position is filled. All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application.

For specific questions about the position, applicants should first consult instructions in Dr. Wilson's Advising FAQ and then contact him if necessary.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an outstanding Assistant Research Professor to join the Intelligent Information Systems Laboratory at the College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST). The position is available as soon as December 1, 2021, and is a non-tenure line, limited term faculty position.

The Assistant Research Professor will be involved in pursuing research and mentoring students in biomedical and health informatics. Initially, the faculty member will be expected to contribute to a project focusing on personal health libraries for consumers and patients, and recommendation systems. The project involves research on digital libraries, natural language processing, information retrieval, knowledge extraction and knowledge graphs, indexing and mining from text and images, mediated information integration, database systems and ontology-based inter operation, social network analysis, and knowledge management in the area of health informatics.

Required skills for all positions include a strong record of technical excellence and achievement as demonstrated through publications, presentations at national and international meetings, and research in relevant disciplines such as medical informatics, digital libraries, data and text mining, information retrieval, information extraction, information integration, database systems, web information systems, machine learning, natural language processing, etc.

The applicant must possess a strong prior experience in software development and the ability to design and perform experiments to validate research hypotheses. The applicant must have demonstrated strong written communication skills. The candidate must be self-directed and have the ability and willingness to mentor Ph.D. students working in the project. Prior experience in working in an interdisciplinary, team-oriented technical atmosphere is desirable.

Applicants must have received a doctoral degree in Computer Science, Informatics, Electrical Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related area prior to the start of the appointment, and must have a strong commitment to teaching. A successful candidate will be expected to teach one or two courses per year at the graduate and/or undergraduate levels and will be provided generous research support.

Application Requirements:

• All applications should include a curriculum vita, a list of publications, a brief (3-page total) statements of research and teaching interests and a statement regarding engagement in or commitment to inclusion, equity and diversity.
• Applicants should submit the names and contact information of at least three references.

Application deadline:

• Applications will be considered starting immediately and will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled.

The College of IST 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 of IST 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.

The Pennsylvania State University is a premier Research I university in the northeastern United States situated in a university town, State College, that is within three to four hours by car from New York, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, etc.  Situated in a valley surrounded by mountains, State College has an affordable cost of living and small university town charm.

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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. Review of applications begins immediately, with positions starting as early as Fall 2022. These are non-tenure-line, multi-year appointments with an excellent possibility of renewal.

The primary responsibility will be teaching undergraduate courses including residential, online, and hybrid courses. As appropriate, qualified faculty may also teach graduate courses. Successful candidates should be prepared to teach relevant introductory and advanced undergraduate courses in one or more of the following areas:

Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations:

• Information security
• Applied cryptography
• Systems security, software security, cloud security, network security to include firewalls, intrusion detection, and cryptographic network protocols
• Malware analytics and software reverse engineering
• Penetration testing
• Network traffic analysis
• Cyber Forensics including network, mobile device, memory, desktop, etc. forensics
• Cybercrime and Cyber law
• Security management

Data Science:

• Introduction to Data Sciences
• Data Management for Data Sciences
• Privacy and Security
• Data Integration
• Data Visualization
• Programming Models for Big Data
• Applied Data Sciences
• Data Sciences Capstone

Enterprise Technology Integration:

• Development for enterprise web technologies
• Organizational and project management
• Database management and administration
• Systems and enterprise integration
• Advanced database design and management
• Cloud-based technology solutions and integration
• Discipline-specific application and integration in the use of technology (e.g. healthcare, finance, business, agriculture, etc.)

Human-Centered Design & Development:

• Introductory, intermediate, and advanced programming in Java
• Programming for the web
• Programming for mobile applications
• Software design and development
• Interaction design and development
• High and low fidelity prototyping, and user interface development tools
• Studying users, interface design, and interaction

Security Risk Analysis:

• Introduction to Security and Risk Analysis
• Threat of Terrorism & Crime
• Overview of Information Security
• Decision Theory and Analytic
• Visual Analytics
• Risk Analysis in a Security Context
• Statistics for Security and Risk Analysis
• The Intelligence Environment
• Deception and Counter-Deception
• Security Risk Analysis Capstone

Foundational first- and second-year undergraduate courses addressing:

• Introduction to Information, People, and Technology
• Introduction to Application Development
• Organization of Data
• Networking and Telecommunications
• Language, Logic, and Discrete Mathematics

Applicants must have a master’s or terminal degree in a related field including but not limited to informatics, information science, information systems, computer science, mathematics, artificial intelligence, data science, or human computer interaction by appointment date and a commitment to teaching learners at all levels and from all backgrounds. Successful candidates will be prepared to teach courses in one or more of the areas listed above. Candidates will be considered for a teaching faculty rank commensurate with their education and experience in accordance with AC21.

The College of IST 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 of IST 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.

All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. Applicants must include with their application the following materials:

1. Cover letter detailing qualifications for the position including relevant educational background as well as any teaching or industry experience related to the areas of interest mentioned above
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
3. One-page teaching statement
4. Statement regarding engagement in or commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity issues as they relate to broadening participation in the disciplines represented in the college and align with the mission of the college
5. References (as indicated below)

Applicants should also arrange for at least three reference letters to be sent via email to humanresources@ist.psu.edu. Inquiries about the positions may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu. It is imperative that you describe the area(s), programs, or specific classes you closely align with, as described above.

The Pennsylvania State University is the land grant institution of Pennsylvania. University Park is the largest of Penn State’s 24 campuses, with approximately 44,000 undergraduates and more than 150 graduate programs. The College of IST has award-winning faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Both faculty and students are dedicated to collaboration and applying knowledge to make our lives better. See: http://ist.psu.edu. University Park is located in State College, PA, ranked the 3rd safest metropolitan area in the US by CQ Press and the 8th best college town by Best College Reviews.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at Penn State is seeking a candidate for an Academic Adviser to provide academic advising and related duties for undergraduate students in a growing and changing college. This job will be filled as a level 2 or 3 depending upon the successful candidate's competencies, education, and experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide academic advising to undergraduate students enrolled in and those exploring, majors in the College of IST
• Interpret University policies and procedures, and college curriculum to students
• Guide students in course selection, scheduling and long-range planning, assist in resolving academic problems
• Monitor academic progress,
• Maintain and ensure confidentiality of student records
• Participate in New Student Orientation and other college and university programs as appropriate
• May be responsible to develop and execute new and creative strategies in academic services that support student success; may provide leadership to project and committee work

Education and Experience: Level 2 of this position typically requires a Master’s Degree or higher and at least 1 year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Level 3 typically requires a Master's degree or higher plus 2 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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.

Competencies critical to success are a demonstrated passion for academic advising, commitment to diversity and inclusion, ability to build strong partnerships, exceptional customer service instincts, dedication to teamwork and accountability, excellent communication skills, and creative problem-solving skills. The successful candidate must be flexible and possess the ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic student-centered educational environment.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) seeks a creative, collaborative, process-oriented individual to join our Academic Services Operations (ASO) team as an Administrative Support Assistant. This position provides centralized administrative support to the greater IST Academic Services team.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Plan, organize, and coordinate the unit’s interactions with IST finance office, serving as the main point of contact for hiring adjunct lecturers, processing supplemental pay, understanding budget information, improving purchasing workflows; processing and approving various human resources forms/tasks
• Strategize and coordinate with the IST Scholarship Awarding committee team to prepare, maintain, and distribute scholarship awards
• Analyze ASO administrative operating practices to create new or revise established workflows to support the needs of multiple stakeholders
• Assist supervisor with the resolution of issues or conflicts by investigating/researching issues, compiling background materials, drafting reports, and making recommendations
• Resolve complex inquiries and ensure compliance with work unit and/or University policies and procedures
• Assist with the collection of data for reports and ad hoc requests, composing appropriate documentation and related reports to communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders, maintaining confidentiality as needed
• Contribute to a central unit repository of process documentation
• Coordinate other projects, support needs, and tasks, as needed

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.

The successful candidate will be self-directed, priority-driven, and project manage multiple responsibilities in a busy office setting. They will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, display a genuine appreciation for working with diverse audiences, be guided by ethical decision-making, and show an openness to considering multiple viewpoints.

Education and Experience:

This position will be filled at a level 3 or level 4, depending upon the successful candidate's competencies, education, and experience.

The administrative support assistant 3 typically requires a high school diploma or higher and at least two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The administrative support assistant 4 typically requires a high school diploma or higher and at least three years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates for the level 4 also need to demonstrate additional leadership, experience, and expertise in more than one area.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are critical to the position.  Additionally, a willingness to learn new technologies and processes, a strong commitment to a collaborative and flexible teamwork environment, and quality customer service-focus attitude are required.

Typical Experience:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office 365 products (including outlook and Teams) or similar platform
• Spreadsheet expertise (Smartsheet, Excel or other platform)
• Collaborative work platform experience (Google Suite, Smartsheet, etc.)

Experience in the following areas/systems is desired, but not mandatory:

• eSteward
• Worklion/Workday
• SIMBA

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) and the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications invite applications for the role of Analysis and Planning Consultant. This position will have dual reporting lines to the Director of Information Technology and Infrastructure (College of IST) and the Director of Finance and Administration (Bellisario College of Communications) with the following responsibilities:

• Sourcing data, writing reports, and performing analyses to support decision-making
• At the request of and in support of leadership, access University data systems to develop and apply in-depth analyses, reports and Qualtrics surveys
• At the request of and in support of leadership, work with core processes such as faculty activity or student performance, resource utilization and organizational performance, and the impact of change on the organization
• Collaborate with teams of people from across the University on strategic planning and institutional research projects, address organizational issues and needs, and provide units within the colleges with facilitation and training for data gathering, interpretation, and utilization
• With the Directors, will serve as the official data source for key indicators relating to delivery of the mission of the colleges
• Supervise and mentor Data Analyst staff and collaborate to prioritize projects

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Capability to work independently on complex assignments, collaborating with others, and making judgments about priorities, being able to present complex ideas, techniques, instructions, and analytic findings clearly and effectively, in both verbal and written communication
• Ability to design and carry out institutional research studies and to conduct both quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Strong database skills and experience cleaning, debugging, and analyzing complex datasets that link data from a variety of sources are strongly desired
• Ability to develop data visualizations and online dashboards
• Excellent organizational judgment and strong abilities to negotiate, seek consensus, and achieve cooperation are crucial traits
• Ability and desire to learn new skills in a self-directed environment
• Experience in building data visualizations through dashboards (PowerBI or Tableau is a plus)

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 and the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications in their cover letter and resume.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) seeks a creative, collaborative, process-driven leader to join our Academic Services Operations (ASO) team. This position will be filled as an Education Program Specialist 2. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of course scheduling and management, inform all levels of instructor assignment and hiring, lead efforts to capture accurate information and create collaborative workflows, and ensure team responsibilities and initiatives are completed accurately and efficiently.

Key responsibilities:

• Directs all strategic aspects of course scheduling, program rollout, and course management, including their integration with related units (advising, learning design, etc.) across extensive University Park and World Campus course portfolios
• Acts as a critical and collaborative partner with ASO director,  IST assistant/associate deans, faculty affairs, academic affairs, and university-wide partners within other college units, the registrar's office, etc.
• Initiates, strategizes, leads, and delegates activities related to program delivery, logistics, and improvement of administrative operating practices and workflow efficiencies
• Provides leadership and mentoring for continuous process improvement efforts across units 
• Initiates and leads projects to capture and maintain IST course information for use by internal academic services and external stakeholders
• Resolves complex inquiries while ensuring compliance with work unit and/or University policies and procedures, by investigating/researching issues, compiling background materials, drafting reports, and making recommendations
• Manages central unit repositories for process documentation
• May supervise and/or mentor other team members

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.

The successful candidate will be self-directed, priority-driven, and have the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a busy office setting. They will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, display a genuine appreciation for working with diverse audiences, be guided by ethical decision-making, and show an openness to considering multiple viewpoints.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are critical to the position. Additionally, a willingness to learn new technologies and processes, a strong commitment to a collaborative and flexible teamwork environment, and quality customer service-focus attitude are required. 

Typical Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or higher plus 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Spreadsheet expertise (Smartsheet, Excel, etc.)
• Collaborative work platform experience (Google Suite, Smartsheet, etc.)
• Microsoft Office 365 products (including outlook and Teams) or similar platform
• Familiarity with LionPATH (or similar system) preferred

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The College of Information Sciences and Technology at Penn State is seeking an Instructional Designer to join their Office of Learning Design (LD), which is part of the larger Teaching, Learning, and Assessment (TLA) team.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide the highest quality consultation to faculty and other subject matter experts on the design and development of our growing offerings of resident, blended, and distance learning courses
• Support active and collaborative learning in undergraduate and/or graduate courses
• Partner with a team of faculty and specialists to bring innovative learning solutions to life
• Advocate for the students’ perspective, including our adult learner population, as it applies to their learning
• Have a proven history of:
  • Participation in the creation of innovative, technology-assisted learning artifacts
  • Working with faculty in higher education
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal skills, and verbal and written communication skills
  • Managing multiple concurrent and complex projects

Familiarity and abilities with current learning management systems (e.g. Canvas) and of Accessibility and quality (e.g. Quality Matters) standards are desirable. Experience with faculty development and teaching experience is a plus.

The College of IST 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 of IST 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 diversity, equity, and inclusion issues in their cover letter and resume.

The College of IST is committed to a work/life balance.

Education and Experience: This job will be filled as a level 2 depending upon the successful candidate's competencies, education, and experience. This position typically requires a Master's degree or higher plus two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information: Please provide websites and examples of previous work or projects highlighting innovative uses of technology and any project management experience.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University College of Information Sciences and Technology is seeking an Information Technology (IT) Manager to direct and oversee the work of IT Support, IT employees, serve as a liaison between senior management and employees, and provide information regarding the needs of the work unit.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Effectively and directly communicate with three IT Support Specialists to elicit cooperation and teamwork
• Guide and train others in routine activities and functions
• Observe performance of assigned employees and conduct formal evaluation as required
• Conduct relationships with customers, designated vendors, and trade or industry organizations as is necessary to the desirable or best interest of the unit and University
• Exercise limited authority to speak on behalf of the department
• Build and maintain project management skills in order to set schedules, determine workload allocation, etc.
• Recommend expenditures based on departmental and customer needs
• Administer existing policies and ensure compliance
• Observe and make recommendations regarding new or existing policies
• Perform routine and recurring assignments in functional area
• Create an environment that promotes and recognizes the value of diversity in the workplace
• Possess advanced knowledge various technical areas such as:  workstations (Windows, MacOS and Linux), audio-visual services, and software packaging for centralized deployment.

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 typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) invites applications for the Student Engagement Coordinator (Cocurricular Programs Coordinator 3) reporting directly to the Assistant Dean of Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI).  This position will work collaboratively with the DEI office and also the office of recruiting to ensure a comprehensive and successful student experience.  The successful candidate must possess a strong understanding of student development, engage in meaningful dialogues, think critically to resolve conflict and solve problems, communicate effectively, and organize and manage multiple priorities.

Typical duties include:

• Design, coordinate, implement, and evaluate student engagement and leadership experiences, including diversity, equity, and inclusion activities, with specific engagement goals and student learning outcomes.
• Provide advisement to all IST student organizations based on Penn State standards and provide training and support for all faculty and staff organization advisors.
• Develop and organize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programming and provide advocacy and support for our diverse student body including first year students, international students, veterans, adult learners, LGBTQ+ students, students with disabilities, and other special student populations in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Organizing and conducting workshops to build and enhance student leadership skills and abilities.
• Co-advise the IST Student Government.
• Recruit, develop, implement, and design the IST Diplomats initiatives in collaboration with the Assistant Director for Professional Development.
• Serve as the College of IST point person for IST Fall Welcome Week activities in collaboration with the Academic Services team. Plan and implement Fall Welcome Week activities, as well as train IST Diplomats to assist with programs and events.
• Engage in outreach efforts and programming towards the recruitment of all students in collaboration with the Director and Assistant Director of IST Undergraduate Recruiting.
• Manage student crises and make appropriate campus and community referrals.
• Negotiate and process University and vender entertainment and service contracts for student activities and events.
• Interpret University policies for students and student organizations.
• Market student events and manage all publicity including the utilization of print media, social media, web, and texting technologies in collaboration with IST Marketing and Communications.
• Represent the unit in on and off campus committees, forums, and other opportunities as appropriate.
• Manage Student Engagement budget and allocated grant funding.

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 typically requires a Master’s degree or higher plus 1 year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.