Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Information Sciences and Technology (IST)

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Lehigh Valley invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor or Lecturer of Information Sciences and Technology (IST). Assistant teaching professor title designates completion of terminal degree. (This is a multi-year appointment, 2 years with an option for renewal, 36 weeks, to begin August 5, 2024, or as negotiated.) 
 
Responsibilities: Teach each semester using traditional, hybrid, and online delivery methods. Successful candidates will be able to teach courses within the Information Technology baccalaureate program. Courses range from introductory subjects such as Information, People, and Technology, Programming (Java, Python, C++), to upper-level courses in Human Centered Design and Development. Systems Integration and potentially courses in Cybersecurity-related topics. Teaching assignments may require teaching day and/or evenings as needed. 
 
Faculty are expected to engage in activities to stay current in their discipline, advise students and provide career guidance, participate in campus, university, and community service activities, and actively participate in course, curriculum, and program development. 
 
We actively look for faculty with a commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment. Successful candidates will be expected to promote and advance the University's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
 
Qualifications: Minimum of Master’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Sciences, or related discipline from an accredited institution.  
 
Campus Information: Penn State Lehigh Valley is one of more than 20 Penn State campuses state-wide. It is a student-centered, campus of approximately 950 students. The coursework for the first two years of more than 275 Penn State baccalaureate majors is offered, as well as 10 baccalaureate degrees, including a B.S. in Information Technology, B.S.in Cyber Analytics and Operations.  
 
Students and faculty at Penn State Lehigh Valley have all the resources of a major research university at their disposal, but in a small college atmosphere. Class sizes are small, and the student/faculty ratio is low, so students can receive individual attention. Our faculty members are committed to providing a high-quality educational experience to their students and are actively engaged in research. Our students receive a world-class education delivered in a small campus setting and have opportunities to participate in undergraduate research projects supervised by faculty members. For more information about the campus, visit lehighvalley.psu.edu 

 At Penn State Lehigh Valley, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all students, faculty, and staff feel welcomed, supported, and respected. We believe that academic excellence is only possible when diversity is present.  We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the most creative talent and most inclusive perspectives on our team.  

 
Inquiries about the position should be addressed to: Dr. Aníbal Torres,Ph.D. Chief Academic Officer, Penn State Lehigh Valley ([email protected] or 610-285-5140). 
 
How to Apply visit https://hr.psu.edu/careers : 

•  For full consideration, applicants are required to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a diversity statement that details how their teaching, service and/or scholarship has supported the success of students from diverse and/or underrepresented backgrounds (applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experiences should note their plans for such work) as a single PDF document; other information pertinent to the position may also be included. 

• Finalists will be asked to submit a list of three references. 

At Penn State Lehigh Valley, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all students, faculty, and staff feel welcomed, supported, and respected. We believe that academic excellence is only possible when diversity is present.   We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the most creative talent and most inclusive perspectives on our team. 

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