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• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

 

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 master’s level courses (both residential and online) with an innovative, student-centered pedagogy.  Additional responsibilities may include supervising and training teaching assistants, advising master’s 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 mfw5615@psu.edu.

• 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 our Benefits Page.

 

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