Penn State University · 1 month ago
Assistant Director of the Rock Ethics Institute-Assistant Research Professor
Penn State University is seeking an Assistant Director for the Rock Ethics Institute. This full-time position involves overseeing various Institute activities, serving as a liaison, and maintaining an active research profile in ethics-related areas.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Overseeing Institute activities, including conferences and events, lecture series, student and faculty fellows programs, awards committees, and search committees
Serving as a liaison between Institute staff and directors
Overseeing assessment procedures and preparing annual reports
Representing the Institute on university committees and in various capacities with faculty, students, staff, and the public
Grant writing
Developing and leading interdisciplinary ethics workshops and trainings for faculty, graduate students, and community partners
Supervising postdoctoral fellows, graduate research assistants, and graduate interns
Oversight of communications, publicity, and production of print and media
Maintain an active research profile in one or more of the Institute’s research areas
Participate actively in Institute-sponsored events and research activities
Build collaboration with relevant scholarly communities
Qualification
Required
A Ph.D. or relevant professional degree required is required at time of appointment
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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