Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor of Business Communication

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POSITION SPECIFICS

The Smeal College of Business at The Pennsylvania State University (University Park, PA) invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor position beginning in Fall 2026.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in business communication. In addition to instruction, the individual will support the teaching mission of the Department through regular office hours, student counseling and advising, involvement in student extra-curricular activities, and academic administration. Typical qualifications include a Ph.D. in communication or related areas. The preferred candidate will have relevant industry and communication experience. The contract structure, including term, salary, and benefits, will be competitive and commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. Onsite teaching is an essential function of the job.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

Candidates should apply directly online through the Penn State site and submit the following documents as PDF files:

Curriculum vitae (CV)

Cover letter

Teaching statement and evaluations (if applicable)

Names and contact information of at least three references

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT AND SMEAL

Information about the Department and the Smeal College of Business is available at www.smeal.psu.edu/accounting .

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