Instructor or open rank faculty position for the Sheetz Fellows Program

Penn State University • Altoona, PA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Penn State Altoona is seeking an Instructor or open rank faculty position for the Sheetz Fellows Program. Evidence of industry-specific experience, understanding current business trends, and proven leadership abilities is essential. The Sheetz Fellows Program was developed to provide unique opportunities that ignite and inspire top-quality students from Penn State Altoona to become future leaders by fostering entrepreneurial thinking, ingenuity, and problem-solving skills. This Instructor is part of a team of professionals that develops and delivers education programs by focusing on infusing engaged learning and career-development opportunities and fostering a culture of creativity, community, and innovation. This is a 36-week, non-tenure-line, one year appointment position with the possibility of renewal. The hire is expected to be on campus daily to meet students’ needs and to engage with the campus community. The anticipated start date is July 2026. Full university benefits apply.

Requirements

• A master’s degree plus proven business/industry experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Evidence of industry-specific experience
• Understanding current business trends
• Proven leadership abilities
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
• A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check

Responsibilities

• Teaching and assessing student coursework for up to three undergraduate courses in Sheetz Fellows Program each semester, guiding students through a diverse range of ideas, materials, and processes to promote both creative and intellectual growth
• Providing mentorship and evaluation for students, supporting student professional development within the field of entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership
• Making educational activities interesting and engaging to accommodate different learning styles
• Cultivating a supportive learning environment that allows students to think critically and gain valuable real-world experience while incorporating leadership and personal development skills into the curriculum
• Communicating effectively, both verbal and written, in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner with students, faculty, staff, and community members
• Collaborating in creating and enforcing policies and procedures related to Sheetz Fellows Program and student activities within the Program
• Assisting Senior Director of Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership in administrative duties of the Sheetz Fellows Program

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees