Assistant Teaching Professor African American Studies Department
Assistant Teaching Professor African American Studies Department
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The African American Studies Department at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a fulltime Assistant Teaching Professor position starting in Fall 2025. This position is a oneyear nontenureline term appointment with a strong likelihood of renewal.
Candidates must have an excellent teaching record and successful teaching experience. An ideal candidate will be able to teach various undergraduate courses on the African American Experience in history culture politics religion and thought. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching courses focused on women and gender.
The teaching load consists of three courses per semester (fall and spring). Onsite teaching is an essential function of this job.
A Ph.D. in an African American studiesrelated field such as Political Science English History Philosophy Women/Gender/Sexuality Studies and other areas within the humanities and social sciences is required before the effective hire date.
The College of the Liberal Arts is committed to offering professional growth and promotional opportunities for nontenureline faculty appointments. Information on faculty ranks and progression can be found at candidates must submit an online application and upload the following application materials: a letter of interest detailing qualifications CV or resume and a list of three references with contact information. For information on the position please contact Kelly Bennett Administrative Assistant Faculty Coordinator at .
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This position requires the following clearances: a PA State Police Criminal Background Check a PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form and a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.
Penn State provides competitive benefits to fulltime employees including medical dental vision and retirement plans along with 75 tuition discounts for spouses and dependent children up to the age of 26 as well as paid holidays. For more detailed information please visit SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
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