Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Division of Engineering, Science, and Technology at Penn State Altoona invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-line Instructor/Assistant Teaching Professor position in Biology, with an anticipated start date as early as August 2026. The position will be filled at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor depending on education and experience.
The responsibilities of the position include teaching, advising and mentoring undergraduate students, and participating in all aspects of the program’s activities, including service to the program, division, university, community, and profession. Teaching responsibilities will be courses that include Anatomy and Physiology I (Biol 161) Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I (Biol. 162), Anatomy and Physiology II (Biol 163), and Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory (Biol. 164). The successful candidate will also serve as the Health Care Coordinator for the division whose responsibilities will be to advise students across the college who are interested in careers in Health Care, chair our Health Care Committee, and lead courses related to health care. The successful applicant will also be expected to continue to foster relationships with local and national health professions partners (LECOM, Altoona Family Physicians) and to support long-term growth and collaboration through new partnerships in the health care field. We are seeking a dedicated educator committed to teaching and service, with enthusiasm for learning and a willingness to continually develop as a teacher and health professions advisor.
Candidates must have a graduate degree in biology or a closely related field by the time of the appointment. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to undergraduate education, advising, and curricular development. Candidates with prior teaching and/or relevant experience are preferred. Onsite teaching and advising is an essential function of this job.
For full consideration, applicants should attach/submit a cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required later), a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references. System limitations allow for a total of 5 documents (5mb per document) as part of your application. Please combine materials to meet the 5-document limit. Review of applications for the position will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For additional information about Penn State Altoona and the Biology Program, please visit our web pages located at http://www.altoona.psu.edu and https://altoona.psu.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/biology.
Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of nearly 2,500 students offering 21 baccalaureate degree programs and the first two years of more than 275 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Only 45 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.
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. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
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.