Assistant Research Professor – Center for International Human Resource Studies

Job Number: REQ_0000075421

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.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The School of Labor and Employment Relations at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Research Professor with the Center for International Human Resource Studies, to begin on July 1, 2026, with flexibility.

The Center for International Human Resource Studies was established in 2013 to encourage international HRM scholarly research and to serve the International HR practitioner community. Through targeted events, the Center has developed a strong community of scholars passionate about international and comparative HRM, enabling the sharing of ideas to advance knowledge and practice in the field.

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in human resource management, international business, or related fields, as well as evidence of an emerging research program relevant to the Center’s interests at the time of appointment.

Familiarity with comparative HRM research and the CRANET research network would be a plus. The Assistant Research Professor will be expected to pursue international HRM research while with the Center. They will also provide service support to the Center, which includes assistance in organizing international scholarly conferences, workshops, and webinars. The Assistant Research Professor will also be expected to teach two courses during the academic year, with a likely focus on HRM or research methods courses. Prior relevant teaching experience is preferred. Teaching obligations could include courses in the school’s residential or online programs. The appointee will also be expected to participate actively in school activities.

The School of Labor and Employment Relations (LER) offers undergraduate degrees in Labor and Human Resources and in Organizational Leadership, as well as graduate degrees in Human Resources and Employment Relations, in residence and online through Penn State’s World Campus. We value a diversity of perspectives and backgrounds relevant to understanding the dynamics involving employees and workers in organizational, societal, and global contexts and strive for a collaborative, respectful, and multi-disciplinary environment.

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 https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ac21.

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 Dr. Elaine Farndale, Center Director, at euf3@psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University 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 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.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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