Teaching-Focused Postdoctoral Scholar in Education
Teaching-Focused Postdoctoral Scholar in Education
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Job Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the termlengthdiscussed willbebasedonuniversityneedperformanceand/oravailabilityoffunding.POSITION SPECIFICS
The Department of Learning and Performance Systems in the College of Education at Penn State University invites applications for multiple Teaching-Focused Postdoctoral Scholar positions. These teaching roles will primarily support instruction in one or more of the following programs:
- Lifelong Learning and Adult Education
- Workforce Education and Development
- Organizational Development and Change
- Learning Design and Technology
This is an excellent opportunity for recent doctoral graduates seeking to deepen their teaching expertise in a supportive research-active academic department.
Penn State offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare benefits for employees and their families generous retirement benefits a wide variety of professional development opportunities supportive work and family benefits a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources and much more. The College of Education at Penn State is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty members.
Responsibilities
The successful candidates will teach undergraduate and masters level courses (both residential and online) with an innovative student-centered pedagogy. Additional responsibilities may include supervising and training teaching assistants advising masters students and contribute service to the department college university and professional communities. Occasional travel may be required for off-site teaching assignments (twice a year for two teaching days).
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have earned a doctorate by the start date (Fall 2025) in (or closely related to) Lifelong Learning and Adult Education; Workforce Education and Development; Organizational Development and Change; or Learning Design and Technology.
Candidates should demonstrate evidence or strong potential for:
Excellence in teaching and assessing undergraduate and graduate students
Student-centered flexible instructional approaches for diverse learners including first-year students and working professionals
Effective mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students
Supporting novice instructors and teaching assistants
Working collaboratively with individuals from varied backgrounds
Strong organizational communication and presentation skills
Proficiency with learning management systems interactive tools and current educational technologies
Commitment to equity-minded teaching mentoring and advising
Note: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. For questions regarding sponsorship please contact Morgan Wolfe at .
- This a term position funded for one year from the start date.
Application Instructions
To apply please submit the following materials:
1. Cover letter highlighting your qualifications teaching philosophy and relevant instructional experience (no more than 2 pages)
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Contact information for three academic references (include phone title and email)
Please upload all documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section of the application portal.
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 well-being.For more detailed information please visit ourBenefits Page.
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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 .
Employment Type
Full-Time
