Assistant Teaching Professor of Homeland Security and Public Policy

Pennsylvania State University Middletown, PA Full-time Education

Posted on April 15, 2024

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Assistant Teaching Professor of Homeland Security and Public Policy

Penn State Harrisburg's School of Public Affairs invites applications for a non-tenure line position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor of Homeland Security and Public Policy starting in fall 2024. An earned Ph.D. in Homeland Security, Security Studies, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field at the time of appointment is required. This position is a Term position.

Preference will be given to candidates who bring relevant academic or policy-oriented professional experience and can teach in one or more of the following areas: homeland security policy and strategy; policy and governance studies related to security domains; security management; security technology assessment; emergency management; disaster research; countering violent extremism; international security studies; new security studies; critical infrastructure; and human security.

The successful candidate is expected to: teach, revise, and develop online and residential courses; advise students; conduct research; maintain professional development in his/her field of expertise; and provide service to the School of Public Affairs, Penn State Harrisburg, and Penn State University. Further expectations include engagement and outreach with local, state, and federal stakeholders in both the public and private sectors, as well as with the university community and the public through lectures and projects. The successful candidate will also be expected to leverage professional networks to support School of Public Affairs programs and assist in developing new partnerships and opportunities for students and faculty.

Teaching responsibilities will be in the online Intercollege Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security (iMPS-HLS) program as well as in the undergraduate programs in Political Science and Public Policy (offered in residence) and the undergraduate minor in Homeland Security (offered online). The School of Public Affairs also offers undergraduate programs in Health Administration, and Criminal Justice; master's programs in Public Administration, Health Administration, and Criminal Justice; and a Ph.D. degree in Public Administration.

Depending on expertise and interests, there might also be opportunities to teach courses for these programs. The School is the home for the Intercollege Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security Program to which seven Penn State colleges contribute and which is delivered online by Penn State World Campus. For information about Penn State Harrisburg, visit https://harrisburg.psu.edu. Applicants should submit a letter of application indicating interests and qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, unofficial academic transcripts, evidence of teaching experience and prowess, and four letters of professional reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions is filled.

The assistant research professor should possess a terminal degree or its equivalent in an academic field related to their research. Alternatively, the assistant research professor without a terminal degree should possess at least a master's degree or its equivalent in an academic field related to his/her teaching specialization; must have demonstrated ability as a researcher; and must have shown evidence of professional growth and scholarship in their discipline.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please refer to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, women, veterans, disabled individuals, and other protected groups.

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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CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.

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