Looking for Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Radiological Sciences in Centre County, PA

Job title: Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Radiological Sciences
Company: Pennsylvania State University
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Schuylkill is seeking a Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Radiological Sciences depending on experience and qualifications to function as Clinical Coordinator for the Radiological Sciences Associate Degree Program. Open Rank, multi-year appointment, 2 years with the option for renewal, 48 weeks to begin December 2023, or as negotiated.

The successful candidate will be joining a program that maintains strong clinical partnerships and student relationships and facilitates high levels of student success; the 5-year average first-attempt ARRT exam pass rate is 92% and the 5-year average job placement rate is 100%. Specific responsibilities will include teaching Patient Care, Medical Terminology, Radiation Biology and Protection, Radiographic Pathology, assisting with a Registry Review course, and other courses based on program needs.

This person oversees all the clinical activities of the students and is responsible for all clinical courses which includes travel to all clinical sites to perform clinical activities and conferences. This position will oversee clinical placements and serve as the program liaison to the clinical sites. Additional responsibilities include participating in all program meetings, contributing to the program assessment and accreditation process, and communicating and collaborating regularly with clinical instructors and program faculty for ongoing program effectiveness and student success.

Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities will include teaching Patient Care, Medical Terminology, Radiation Biology and Protection, Radiographic Pathology, assisting with a Registry Review course, and other courses based on program needs.

This person oversees all the clinical activities of the students and is responsible for all clinical courses which includes travel to all clinical sites to perform clinical activities and conferences.

This position will oversee clinical placements and serve as the program liaison to the clinical sites.

Additional responsibilities include participating in all program meetings, contributing to the program assessment and accreditation process, and communicating and collaborating regularly with clinical instructors and program faculty for ongoing program effectiveness and student success.

Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening, and/or Saturday classes as needed.

In addition to teaching, responsibilities include advising students, participating in committees, and other service and scholarly activities as appropriate and may include serving as the advisor for the Radiography Club on campus.

There is an expectation that the faculty member will maintain currency in the discipline through research, scholarship, and/or quality improvement initiatives that benefit the campus, the college, the university, our students, and the community and will also provide service to the campus, discipline, and society.

Education & Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a master?s degree or doctorate.

Be proficient in curriculum development, supervision, instruction, and evaluation.

Have two years of clinical experience in the professional discipline and hold a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and registration in radiography.

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, resume, and three letters of reference.

Finalists may be asked to submit a list of five professional references and samples of scholarly and/or creative work.

Inquiries about the position should be addressed to Cory Scherer, Interim Director of Academic Affairs, Penn State Schuylkill. E-mail: [email protected]. Telephone: 570-385-6100.

Closing Date: Application review will begin immediately with full consideration given to applications received by October 31, 2023.

Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment, engagement with fellow faculty members in ways that contribute to a scholarly community on campus, active leadership in campus life, and engagement in the community through outreach activities that address regional needs are required. Interest in active and collaborative learning, the use of instructional technology, and hybrid and online teaching is an advantage. Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important.

Benefits:

Penn State offers a generous benefits package that includes health insurance, dental and vision plans, retirement plans, a 75% tuition discount for full-time employees, their spouse, and children to attend any Penn State campus, and paid vacation and sick days. Information about benefits is available here: and a quick overview is available here:

Penn State Schuylkill Campus Information:

Penn State Schuylkill, located in East-Central Pennsylvania, is a four-year campus of the Pennsylvania State University with a mission to provide affordable high-quality education, research that improves lives, and community engagement. With just over 600 students, the campus offers the advantages of a small college; students build strong relationships with faculty and staff and are involved in clubs, research, community service, and intercollegiate athletics. Students can complete one of 16 four-or two-year degrees at the campus or the first two years of more than 200 Penn State degrees. Penn State Schuylkill is located in scenic Schuylkill County with a low cost of living, abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, and easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, and Washington, D.C. Closer medium and smaller cities include Hazleton, Lebanon, and Reading?each 30 miles away, with Allentown and Harrisburg being 40 and 50 miles from campus respectively. For additional information about Penn State Schuylkill, please visit our website at .

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Schuylkill Haven, PA
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Location: Centre County, PA

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