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Director of Intensive English Communication Program (IECP)


Job Location:

University Park, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 September 2026 (17 days ago)
Application Deadline: 1 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

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 Applied Linguistics in the College of the Liberal Artsseeks a visionary administrator to direct its Intensive English Communication Program (IECP).

The Director will provide daily oversight of program operations; model and facilitate excellence in program communications; cultivate a transformative academic environment; develop and oversee recruitment efforts; hire train review and foster professional development of faculty and staff; and represent the IECP on campus and within the profession. The Director of the IECP reports directly to the Head of the Department of Applied Linguistics. As a member of the graduate faculty the Director is eligible to teach a 1-0 course load in Applied Linguistics and to serve on graduate committees.

Minimum Required Qualifications: A PhD or EdD in Teaching English as a Second Language (T.E.S.L.) Applied Linguistics or related fieldis required by appointment date.Experience in IEP program administration. Teaching experience in an intensive English or academic English preparation program in a college or university setting. Record of on-going professional development. Demonstrated successful program assessment and development. Outstanding professional cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills.

This is a full-time twelve-month academic professional position.A start date of January 2027 is preferred; however this start date may be negotiated with the successful candidate.Salary is commensurate with experience qualifications and the personal characteristics required of a demanding and significant role in administrative leadership.This position isOpen Rankand will be filled attherank ofAssistant Teaching Professor Associate Teaching Professor or Teaching Professor.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please provide (combine into seven uploads of any combination of documents) a cover letter; CV; transcripts of graduate program(s); documentation of administrative/supervisory/teaching excellence; supporting materials such as observation reports peer reviews and student evaluations; and copies of any published materials relevant to this position. Applicants should identify three references who may be contacted to provide letters or recommendation. System limitations allow for a total of 5 documents (5mb per document) as part of your application. Please combine materials to meet the 5-document limit.

Inquiries may be directed toStephen Looney () chair of the search committee.

The College of the Liberal Arts is committed to offering professional growth and promotional opportunities for non-tenure-line faculty on faculty ranks and progression can be found at our website atfor more information on ourIECP Program.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information please visit ourBenefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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