Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor

Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University seeks applicants for a full-time Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor . Candidates must have a Ph.D. in materials science and engineering or related field for appointment as an Assistant Teaching Professor, or be on track to earn a Ph.D. in materials science and engineering or related field by December 2026 for appointment as a Lecturer. Candidates will be asked to demonstrate knowledge of effective pedagogical strategies, as well as excellence in teaching. Successful candidates are expected to teach both lecture and laboratory courses as needed, teach and manage in-person and online courses, and mentor students. Candidates may also have the opportunity to participate in departmental research initiatives depending on candidate's interest and departmental needs. Additionally, service to the department, college, and university is expected. This is a full-time, 48-week, non-tenure-track appointment. The intended start date for this position is August 1, 2026. Candidates are required to apply online. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and teaching interests, and the names and contact information of three references. Penn State is one of the largest materials research institutions in the United States, and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MatSE) is an international leader in materials education and research. The MatSE Department consists of 31 tenure-line faculty members, 5 teaching faculty, and 11 research faculty. Additionally, we have approximately 180 graduate students and 185 undergraduate students. Research programs span the many sub-disciplines of materials science and engineering with more than $17.3 million in research expenditures in 2024. Steidle Building, which houses the MatSE Department, recently underwent a $52 million renovation that provided new laboratory space, educational labs, office and meeting space, and state-of-the-art facilities. In addition, the Materials Research Institute supports state-of-the-art facilities for characterization, synthesis, nanofabrication, and computation. These facilities are co-located in the Millennium Science Complex. Penn State hosts several federally and industry sponsored centers, including the NSF-Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) for Nanoscale Science, NSF-Materials Innovation Platform (MIP), Center for Two-Dimensional and Layered Materials (2DLM), NSF-Center for Dielectric and Piezoelectrics (CDP), and Center for Innovative Metal Processing through Direct Digital Deposition (CIMP-3D).

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 wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (

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For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity 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. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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