Faculty Positions
Accounting(Tenure-Track) The Pennsylvania State University, the Altoona College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Accounting. An earned doctorate degree in Accounting from an AACSB accredited institution is required, but ABD candidates near completion may be considered. Professional certification (CPA, ABV, CMA, CFE, CFP) and experience in the field are desirable. The successful candidate must be able to teach a course in introductory financial and managerial accounting and in several other content areas. An ability to teach tax and some finance is desirable. Preference will be given to applicants with teaching and research interests in taxation or valuation. In addition to demonstrating dedication to teaching, the successful candidate in the tenure-track position is also expected to conduct research leading to publications in refereed journals, advise students, provide college service, and engage in continuing professional development. Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of 4000 students offering 22 baccalaureate degree programs and the first two years of more than 170 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Degree offerings at Penn State Altoona will continue to expand. Only 40 miles from the University Park campus, Penn State Altoona offers the advantages of small college teaching with the readily available resources of a major research university. The position requires a Ph.D. in Accounting or a related field, and is a tenure-track appointment at the level of assistant professor or a rank commensurate with qualifications beginning in Fall 2013. Applicants should present a record of evidence and potential effectiveness in teaching, research, and service. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate education, research, student recruitment and retention, and curricular development and assessment. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Applicants should send a letter of application establishing their qualifications; a current vita; a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; a statement of research interests; transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of an interview); and three letters of reference. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to aa-businessandengineering@lists.psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Chair, Search Committee for Accounting
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Biology(Tenure-Track) The Pennsylvania State University, the Altoona College invites applications for two tenure-track positions in Biology. Both positions require the ability to teach upper-level vertebrate physiology. Teaching responsibilities will also include lower-level courses in vertebrate anatomy and physiology, introductory biology, and an upper-level course(s) in the candidate’s expertise with preference given to individuals who can teach comparative vertebrate anatomy, endocrinology, histology, immunology, neurobiology, and/or physiological ecology. In addition, the successful candidates are expected to conduct research in their area of expertise and perform professional, university, and community service. Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of 4000 students offering twenty-two baccalaureate degree programs (including one in Biology) and the first two years of more than 170 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Degree offerings at Penn State Altoona will continue to expand. Only 40 miles from the University Park campus, Altoona College offers the advantages of small college teaching with the readily available resources of a major research university. The positions require a Ph.D. in Biology or a related field, and are tenure-track appointments at the level of assistant professor or a rank commensurate with qualifications beginning in Fall 2013. Applicants should present a record of evidence and potential effectiveness in teaching, research, and service. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate education, research, student recruitment and retention, and curricular development and assessment. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Applicants should send a letter of application establishing their qualifications; a current vita; a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; a research statement that includes short and long-term goals as well as a plan to accomplish them at Penn State Altoona; transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of an interview); and three letters of reference. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to mnsdiv@psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Chair Search Committee for Biology
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Chemistry(Tenure-Track) The Pennsylvania State University, the Altoona College seeks outstanding applicants for two tenure-track positions in Chemistry at the Assistant Professor level starting Fall 2013. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field, a strong interest in undergraduate instruction, and a demonstrated ability to develop an effective research program. Postdoctoral experience is preferred. Teaching responsibilities include introductory courses for science, engineering, and non-science majors, and upper division lecture/laboratory courses in the candidate’s area of specialty. Research with undergraduates is expected and supported. While qualified applicants in a variety of areas will be considered, applicants in Analytical and Inorganic Chemistry (both experimental and theoretical) are particularly encouraged to apply. Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of 4000 students offering twenty-two baccalaureate degree programs and the first two years of more than 170 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Only 40 miles from the University Park campus, Penn State Altoona offers the advantages of small college teaching with the readily available resources of a major research university. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Applicants should send a cover letter establishing their qualifications; a current vita; a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; a brief statement of current and future research interests; and undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of an interview). A minimum of three letters of reference (at least one specifically addressing teaching) under separate cover should be sent to the same address. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to mnsdiv@psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Review of applications will begin Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2012 and continue until the positions are filled. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Chair, Search Committee for Chemistry
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. For additional information about our chemistry faculty and program, please see our web site at www.altoona.psu.edu/chemistry. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. CRIMINAL JUSTICE(Tenure-Track) The Pennsylvania State University, Altoona College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Criminal Justice. Candidates should be able to teach a variety of courses on criminal justice and other system components, as well as topics within the candidate's specialty. The candidate will be responsible for teaching three courses per semester, conducting research, and providing service to the program, university, and community. Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of 4000 students offering 22 baccalaureate degree programs and the first two years of more than 170 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Degree offerings at Penn State Altoona will continue to expand. Only 40 miles from the University Park campus, Altoona College offers the advantages of small college teaching with the readily available resources of a major research university. The position requires a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or related field, and is an open rank tenure-track appointment commensurate with qualifications beginning in fall 2013. Applicants should present a record of evidence and potential effectiveness in teaching, research, and service. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate education, research, student recruitment and retention, and curricular development and assessment. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Applicants should send a letter of application establishing their qualifications; a current vita; a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; a statement of research interests; transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of an interview); writing sample; and three letters of reference. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to edhdss@psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Review and consideration will be given to all applications submitted on or before March 30, 2013. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Chair Search Committee for Criminal Justice
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our web page at http://www.altoona.psu.edu/ Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Earth and Mineral Sciences(Fixed-Term Multi-Year) The Pennsylvania State University, the Altoona College seeks outstanding applicants for a fixed-term multi-year position in Human and Environmental Geography at the Assistant Professor level starting Fall 2013. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or equivalent in Geography or a closely related field and a strong interest in undergraduate education. The ability to teach both lower and upper-division courses in the candidate’s area of expertise, as well as General Education courses, and interdisciplinary environmental studies courses is vital. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability and/or interest in teaching a broad range of courses to diverse students (majors, general education students, etc.) Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of 4000 students offering twenty-two baccalaureate degree programs and the first two years of more than 170 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Only 40 miles from the University Park campus, Penn State Altoona offers the advantages of small college teaching with the readily available resources of a major research university. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Applicants should send a cover letter establishing their qualifications; a current vita; a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; and undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of an interview). A minimum of three letters of reference addressing teaching under separate cover should be sent to the same address. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to mnsdiv@psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Chair, Search Committee for Earth and Mineral Sciences
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. For additional information about our degree programs and faculty, please see our web site at www.altoona.psu.edu/academics/mns_programs.php. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Electrical Engineering(One-Year Appointment) The Pennsylvania State University, Altoona College invites applications for a one-year appointment in Electrical Engineering beginning in Fall 2013. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in engineering and engineering technology. Teaching areas may include: (1) electrical circuits (2) digital and analog electronics (3) microcontroller programming and interfacing. The position requires a Master of Science or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to undergraduate education, curricular development, and assessment. Industrial experience is a plus. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and a very attractive benefits package. Candidates should send a letter of application establishing their qualifications, a current vita, a description of their teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of an interview), and a minimum of three letters of recommendation. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their materials electronically to aa-businessandengineering@lists.psu.edu in Word or PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Chair, Search Committee for Electrical/Electronic Engineering
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Emerging Artist in Theatrical DesignThe Penn State Altoona Theatre program invites applications for its 2013 Spring Emerging Theatrical Artist in Residence Program. This spring’s competition seeks an Emerging Artist with a focus in one or more technical design elements; including, but not limited to, Sound, Lights, Set, Costume or Properties. The residency is designed to offer an Emerging Artist substantial time to develop your technical, teaching and/or design skills, and offers a salary of $10,000. You may work with the faculty director to design and implement your element for our upcoming production of the musical Spring Awakening or use the time to further explore your craft. You will also teach one class in your specialty area, lecture about your ongoing and future work, and serve as a resource to our INART majors and students while in residence. You will be expected to live in the Altoona area during residency for the Spring 2013 semester (January 7 – April 26). Benefits and housing are not included. The Emerging Artist we seek will present a promising record of study, design, creativity, and practical craftsmanship. Selection will be based on the quality of the work submitted as determined by the selection committee. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with supported evidence of design, training and teaching experience, earned within the past three years, is required. A Master’s degree with university-level teaching experience is preferred but not necessary. Applications must consist of a cover letter; portfolio (personal Web site is preferred); a Curriculum Vitae (including resume, teaching experience, professional training, and the names and contact information of three references); an artistic statement (no more than one page in length); and a sample syllabus of a course the applicant would like to teach. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to artsandhumanities@psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Mailed inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Emerging Artist Residency,
Application deadline is October 15, 2012, with review of applications beginning immediately. For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Information Sciences and Technology(Tenure-Track) The Pennsylvania State University, the Altoona College invites applications for Fall 2013 for one full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Information Sciences and Technology (IST). We offer a baccalaureate degree in Security and Risk Analysis with an emphasis on Information and Cyber Security (ICS). We seek candidates with industry experience in Information Technology (IT) in general, but preferably in Information Systems Security or Risk Management, certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), strong communication skills, and evidence of significant research and knowledge in Computer Science in general, but Information Systems Security or Risk Management in particular. A Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or related fields is required. The successful candidate will teach courses in information security, decision theory, security risk analysis, assessment, and management as well as traditional computer science courses such as programming, databases, etc. Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of 4000 students offering 22 baccalaureate degree programs and the first two years of more than 170 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Degree offerings at Penn State Altoona will continue to expand. Only 40 miles from the University Park campus, Altoona College offers the advantages of small college teaching with the readily available resources of a major research university. Applicants should present a record of effectiveness in teaching, research and service, and/or promise of potential effectiveness in those areas. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate education, research, student recruitment and retention, and curricular development and assessment. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Applicants should send a letter of application establishing their qualifications; a current vita; a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; a statement of research interests; sample works (a representative journal publication if available); transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of an interview); and three letters of reference. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to businessandengineering@psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Chair, Search Committee for the Information Sciences and Technology Position
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Management/Entrepreneurship(Tenure-Track) The Pennsylvania State University, Altoona College invites applications for a tenure-track position (# 38748, rank open) in Management/Entrepreneurship, to begin August 2013. Applicants must have earned (or be in near completion of) a Ph.D. in management, entrepreneurship, or a related field from an AACSB accredited business program. The ideal candidate will have entrepreneurial or small business experience and have a strong interest and experience in teaching undergraduate students in at least two of the following areas: strategic management; basic management concepts; entrepreneurship; new venture creation; entrepreneurial marketing; leadership and growth of new ventures; management and organization; human resource management; or business ethics. The successful candidate will maintain excellence in teaching, engage in an active program of scholarship that results in peer-reviewed journal publications, participate in service activities, and advise undergraduate business students. Business faculty are highly active and are engaged in meeting the demands of the market and their students through collaboration with students and faculty, the local business community, an entrepreneurship center, the Sheetz Fellows Program, student internships/research, and a high-performing chapter of ENACTUS (formerly Students In Free Enterprise). Penn State Altoona is a residential campus of nearly 4000 students, in close proximity to the University Park campus of Penn State, and within easy access to many major metropolitan centers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. Penn State Altoona offers 22 baccalaureate degrees, including a Bachelor of Science in Business with five option areas. The college also provides the first two years of course work for more than 170 Penn State majors that can be completed at other Penn State campuses. Collaboration in teaching and research across disciplines is encouraged, and class sizes are relatively small, allowing for a comprehensive learning experience combined with the high standards of a major research university. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and a very attractive benefits package. Applicants must submit: a letter of application establishing their qualifications; a current vita; a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; a statement of research interests; transcripts (official transcripts are required at the time of a campus visit); and the names, titles and contact information for three references. Applicants should submit applications and accompanying materials electronically to aa-businessandengineering@lists.psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Preliminary telephone interviews will be conducted during April 2013. Formal review of applications will begin March 1, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Mathematics or Statistics(Tenure-Track) The Pennsylvania State University, the Altoona College invites applications for a tenure-track position, 38013, in either Mathematics or Statistics. Qualified applicants in all areas of Mathematics and Statistics will be considered. The position requires a Ph.D. in Mathematics or Statistics, a commitment to undergraduate education and an active research program. The appointment is at the level of assistant or associate professor or a rank commensurate with qualifications and begins Fall semester of 2013. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Applicants should submit a letter of application establishing their qualifications, a current C.V., a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, a statement of research interests, and at least three letters of reference. At least one of the letters of reference should specifically address the applicant’s teaching. Applicants must submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically via mathjobs.org. Review of applications will begin the week of December 31, 2012, and continue until the position is filled. For additional information about the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Penn State Altoona, please visit math.aa.psu.edu. As a four-year degree granting college within the Penn State University system, a typical teaching load for tenure track appointments at Penn State Altoona averages 9-credit hours/semester. As part of the Penn State system, Penn State Altoona has access to all of the resources of a major research university. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Mathematics or StatisticsFixed-term The Pennsylvania State University, Altoona College invites applications for one or more fixed-term positions in mathematics or statistics (rank open, position # 38563) commencing Fall 2013. The positions involve primarily teaching and require a master's or doctoral degree in either mathematics or statistics. The appointment will be for a term of either one or three years, depending on the needs of the college and the qualifications of the candidate. The teaching load averages approximately twelve credit hours per semester. Applicants should submit a letter of application expressing their interest, a current CV, a description of their teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, as well as three or more letters of reference. At least one of the recommendation letters should specifically address the applicant's teaching. All application materials must be submitted electronically via mathjobs.org Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants for our tenure-track position who also wish to be considered for the fixed-term position must submit a separate application for the latter. As a four-year degree granting college within the Penn State University system, Penn State Altoona has access to all of the resources of a major research university. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. For additional information about the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Penn State Altoona, please visit http://math.aa.psu.edu/ For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Penn State requires the successful completion of a background check consistent with the requirements of the position. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Clinical Instructor in Nursing(Part-time) Penn State Altoona is seeking a part-time Clinical Instructor in Nursing, beginning April 2013. Candidates should have a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Nursing with recent experience in medical-surgical nursing. The Nursing program is fully accredited by the NLNAC. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send their cover letter and resume to: Suzanne Kuhn, Campus Coordinator for Nursing Programs
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. Part-time Instructor in PsychologyPenn State Altoona’s Division of Education, Human Development and Social Sciences invites applications for part-time Instructor in Psychology beginning the Fall 2013 semester to teach various courses, including Introductory Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Clinical Psychology. Minimum qualifications include at least a master's degree in Psychology or a closely related field. Applicants should send a letter of application establishing their qualifications; a current vita; teaching philosophy; transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of an interview); and three references. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to tbp1@psu.edu in PDF or Word formats. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are identified. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Dr. Brad Pinter
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Rail Transportation EngineeringThe Pennsylvania State University, the Altoona College invites applications for a faculty position in Rail Transportation Engineering (rank open) beginning Fall 2013. The preferred qualifications for this position include an earned graduate degree in Engineering with experience in the railway engineering industry. A new Rail Transportation Engineering program seeks to expand its expertise in one or more of the following areas: construction and maintenance, operation and safety, or communications and signals. Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of 4000 students offering 22 baccalaureate degree programs and the first two years of 180 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Degree offerings at Penn State Altoona will continue to expand. Only 40 miles from the University Park campus, Altoona College offers the advantages of small college teaching with the readily available resources of a major research university. Applicants should present a record of evidence and potential effectiveness in teaching, research, and service. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate education, research, student recruitment and retention, and curricular development and assessment. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Applicants should send a letter of application establishing their qualifications; a current vita; a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; a statement of research interests; and transcripts. Official transcripts and three letters of reference will be required at the time of an interview. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to businessandengineering@psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to: Chair Search Committee for Rail Transportation Engineering
For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. Resident Fiction and Creative Nonfiction WriterThe Penn State Altoona English Program is taking applications for a one-semester teaching residency in fiction and creative nonfiction. The residency is designed to offer an emerging writer substantial time to write and offers a salary of $10,000 in return for teaching one general education level introduction to creative writing workshop during the Fall 2013 semester (August 26–December 20). The resident writer will also give a public reading and work informally with our English majors. We are looking for a writer with publications of fiction and creative nonfiction in literary magazines. Emphasis will be placed on the quality of the work submitted. You will be expected to live in the Altoona area during residency for the Fall 2013 semester. Benefits and housing are not included. A Master’s degree in Creative Writing or English is required; an M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Creative Writing is preferred. Teaching experience is also preferred. The application must consist of a cover letter; a Curriculum Vitae (including resume, teaching experience, publishing history and one or more letters of recommendation); and a writing sample (one story and one essay and/or a 10-page excerpt from a book-length project). Applicants should submit their inquiries, applications, and additional materials to: Emerging Writer Residency
Review of applications will begin April 1, 2013, and continue until the position is filled. For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Instructor/Technical Director in Theatre Arts(Multi-year Fixed-Term) Pennsylvania State University, Altoona College Division of Arts and Humanities invites applications for a full-time instructor in Theatre Arts and as Technical Director (position 38572) starting July 1, 2013. The Technical Director is responsible for all physical aspects of the production and performing arts spaces for the Misciagna Family Center for the Performing Arts, including maintenance, sets, technical direction and design for events and productions, purchasing supplies, and supervising crews. This position is 48-week, three-year contract with the possibility of renewal. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits package. Applicants should possess the ability to teach Introduction to Theatre and other courses related to the candidate’s specialization including, but not limited to lighting, stage construction, sound, or costuming. The ideal candidate should possess technical knowledge of all aspects of theatre, including: lighting, including electrics; sound; carpentry; welding; properties; rigging; computer drafting; and theatrical production software. They must also be familiar with OSHA regulations and theater safety. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational, communication, and strategic problem solving skills; the ability to work as a team member; and a commitment to excellence and undergraduate education. The candidate must be comfortable supervising crew members, students, faculty and staff and have an understanding of an academic environment. This position requires extended weekly hours, weekends and evenings. Applicants should possess 5+ years related experience and a M.A. or higher degree in related discipline. A preference will be given to applicants with advanced degrees and university teaching experience. Applicants should submit their CV, 3 letters of reference and a sample of their recent work (either as an electronic file or by providing a URL) to: AA-ARTSANDHUMANITIES@LISTS.PSU.EDU Application deadline is March 1, 2013, with review of applications beginning immediately and continuing until position is filled. For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our Web site at www.altoona.psu.edu online. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. |
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