Assistant Teaching Professor - Department of Physics

Join Our Team of Innovative Educators! We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Teaching Professor to join our Department of Physics at Pennsylvania State University. As a remote role, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere and contribute to our mission of creating an inclusive, supportive, and integrated undergraduate experience.

About the Role: As an Assistant Teaching Professor, you will be responsible for a diverse range of teaching and administrative tasks, including instruction, course administration, teacher training, academic advising, and service on departmental, college, and/or university committees. You will have the opportunity to facilitate engaging and interactive class sessions, manage teams of faculty and teaching assistants, and provide guidance and support to enhance teaching skills.

Responsibilities:

• Instruction: Facilitate engaging and interactive class sessions for undergraduate students, both in-person and online
• Course Administration: Manage teams of faculty, graduate teaching assistants, and undergraduate learning assistants
• Teacher Training: Provide guidance and support for teaching assistants and learning assistants
• Academic Advising: Serve as an advisor and mentor to undergraduate students
• Service: Participate in departmental, college, and/or university committees

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in physics or a related field
• Previous teaching experience
• Interest and/or experience in evidence-based teaching methods
• Strong written and oral communication skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Remote work arrangement
• Opportunity to contribute to our mission of creating an inclusive and supportive undergraduate experience
• Professional development and growth opportunities

How to Apply: If you are a current Penn State employee or student, please apply internally through Workday. If you are not a current employee or student, please click here to apply. Please submit your application, including a cover letter, CV, concise statement of teaching philosophy, and relevant teaching evaluation summaries.

We Are Committed to Diversity and Inclusion: Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.

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If this role sounds like a perfect fit, don't hesitate. Apply today and let's build the future together.