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Instructor or open rank faculty position for the Sheetz Fellows ProgramPenn State Altoona is seeking an Instructor or open rank faculty position for the Sheetz Fellows Program. 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.The hire is expected to be on campus daily to meet students' needs and to engage with the campus community. Full university benefits apply.Responsibilities and Teaching LoadTeaching 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 growthProviding mentorship and evaluation for students, supporting student professional development within the field of entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadershipCultivating 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 curriculumCommunicating effectively, both verbal and written, in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner with students, faculty, staff, and community membersCollaborating in creating and enforcing policies and procedures related to Sheetz Fellows Program and student activities within the ProgramAssisting Senior Director of Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership in administrative duties of the Sheetz Fellows ProgramEducation and Experience:The minimum requirement is a master's degree plus proven business/industry experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.To be considered for the position, apply online at . Review of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found.Penn State Altoona () is a multi-campus, four-year college of Penn State located in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The college cultivates a vibrant learning environment through excellence in teaching, research, and creative activities, and offers the advantages of an intimate college teaching environment with the readily available resources of a major research university. Penn State Altoona offers 22 baccalaureate and 5 associate degree programs, as well as the first two years of more than 160 Penn State baccalaureate majors, to our 3,100 undergraduate students. Situated in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of Central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is located 40 miles from University Park, the flagship campus of Penn State, and our proximity affords individuals the ability to interact easily with colleagues and presents many opportunities for mutual collaboration.PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. 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.Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)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.Apply online atPursuant 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.