University of Pennsylvania is hiring : Associate Director, Wharton Communication

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Job Description Summary

Wharton School Overview : Founded in 1881 as the world’s first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students.

The primary goal of Wharton’s Communication Program is to prepare students for communication challenges of the workplace, emphasizing persuasive speaking and writing. The Program is responsible for teaching undergraduate, MBA, and Executive MBA students. The Program also offers coaching for PhD students to help them prepare for their academic job talks.

Responsibilities

Manage, schedule, and train part-time lecturers, ensuring consistent curriculum implementation across all course sections and maintaining course quality as measured by student evaluations.

Lead the Program’s entrepreneurial initiatives, including organizing WHCP’s annual Investor Pitch Day event.

Teach a minimum of 0.50 CU of WHCP 6180 each year.

Oversee coaching program designed to help Wharton doctoral students with research presentations and job talks.

Support WHCP initiatives and other programs throughout the School in which WHCP is involved.

Required Qualifications :

Master’s degree and 7 to 10 years of experience in business or higher education.

Experience working with startups.

Experience teaching in higher education.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of working successfully and collegially in a fast-paced work environment.

Current resume that outlines relevant experience.

A cover letter that tells us why you are interested in this particular role.

Preferred Qualifications :

Supervisory experience.

Curriculum design and course management experience.

Candidates who have taught and coached others to teach at the graduate school level.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Wharton School

Pay Range

$93,500.00 - $115,000.00 Annual Rate

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

University Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition

Retirement

Time Away from Work

Long-Term Care Insurance

Wellness and Work-life Resources

Professional and Personal Development

University Resources

Discounts and Special Services

Flexible Work Hours

Penn Home Ownership Services

Adoption Assistance

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