Assistant Professor, IST​/AI

Assistant Professor, IST/AI

POSITION SPECIFICS

Tenure‑track Artificial Intelligence Positions at Penn State Harrisburg:
Penn State University Harrisburg is hiring multiple tenure‑track faculty for a bold cluster of hires focused on Artificial Intelligence across the School of Humanities, School of Business, and School of Science, Engineering, and Technology. This role complements a strong cohort of existing AI faculty and supports the launch of the B.S. in Artificial Intelligence in Fall 2026.

Position

Assistant Professor, IST/AI — appointment in Mid­dletown, Pennsylvania, beginning July 2026 at the Harrisburg campus.

Position Summary

The School of Business Administration (SBA) invites applications for a tenure‑line faculty position in Artificial Intelligence. The successful candidate will conduct cutting‑edge interdisciplinary research, teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses (residential, online, or hybrid), supervise and mentor students, pursue external funding, engage in service at the college and university, and collaborate with faculty, industry partners, and across the university.

The candidate will advance AI knowledge through high‑impact research, teaching, and design of AI systems that support human goals, needs, and values. Areas of interest include human‑AI collaboration, AI ethics, human‑centered and socially responsible AI, intelligent interfaces for complex systems (e.g., digital health, autonomous systems), and transformative AI applications addressing major societal and business challenges.

Qualifications

• PhD in informatics, information systems, computer science, social sciences, or a closely related discipline before the appointment start date.
• Background in generative artificial intelligence. Backgrounds in data analytics or related fields may also be considered.

Application Process

• Cover letter outlining interests and qualifications.
• Research statement summarizing past accomplishments and future plans.
• Teaching statement summarizing teaching philosophy, experience, and interests.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for at least three professional references.

Applications must be submitted within the five‑document limit (5 mb per document). Combine materials as necessary.

About Penn State Harrisburg

Penn State Harrisburg is a campus of the Pennsylvania State University, serving over 80,000 students statewide, with about 5,000 residential and 1,000 online students. For more information, visit .

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; robust retirement plans; and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees, spouses, and children. For more details, visit .

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