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). The Assistant Teaching Professor title designates completion of terminal degree. (This is a one year appointment, with an option for renewal, 36 weeks, to begin August 5, 2025, or as negotiated.)

Responsibilities: Teach each semester using primarily traditional and/or hybrid delivery methods. Online delivery methods may also be used. Successful candidates will be able to teach courses within the Information Technology and Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations baccalaureate programs. Courses range from introductory subjects such as Computer Systems Literacy, Information, People, and Technology, Programming (Java, Python), and Security and Risk Analysis, to upper-level courses in Human Centered Design and Development and 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 Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline from an accredited institution.

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to submit a 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of teaching philosophy, and 3) research statement including how they plan to involve undergraduates. Employment with the University will require the successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with university policies.

Application review begins immediately and continues until a suitable candidate is found. All application materials must be submitted online through our career site. Hard copies and email applications will not be accepted.

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

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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