Assistant Teaching Professor of Public Policy

Remote/Hybrid Work Note

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.

The School of Public Policy at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor in public policy. The position is a full-time, non-tenure-track member of the faculty participating in school governance. The start date for the position is fall, 2026.

Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in public policy, public management, economics, political science, or a related field by the appointment start date.

Responsibilities include teaching courses in the undergraduate program and the Master of Public Policy program, advising students, and assisting with assessment for accreditation. The school has needs in public finance, economics policy, statistics, and policy process at the MPP level, and the successful candidate could also teach introductory policy courses, policy analysis, leadership, or substantive policy courses at the undergraduate level.

Onsite teaching is an essential function of this job. The teaching load during the academic year is typically six courses.

Candidates with demonstrated teaching excellence in public policy, political science, or economics are preferred.

The College of the Liberal Arts is committed to offering professional growth and promotional opportunities for non‑tenure-line faculty appointments. Information on faculty ranks and progression can be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Interested candidates must submit an online application at Penn State’s Job Posting Board, and should upload the following application materials: a letter of interest, CV or resume, and a list of three references with contact information. For information on the position, please contact Zoe Lawhead at znl
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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.

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