"Safety Management Assistant Professor - Tenure Track 2026-2027 I02435"

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number
I02435

Classification Title
Safety Management Assistant Professor - Tenure Track 2026-2027 I02435

Working Title
Safety Management Assistant Professor - Tenure Track 2026-2027 I02435

Employee Group
Faculty

Bargaining Unit
APSCUF

Location
Main Campus

Department
Safety Management

Pay Rate

Employment Type
Regular FT

Work Schedule
Teaching load is 24 credit hours per academic year; approximately 12 credit hours per semester (4 courses).

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is seeking applicants for a full-time, Tenure Track faculty member in the Department of Safety Management beginning August 2026. The BS in Safety Management is well known throughout the United States of America and has been noted as the premier safety program among all safety degrees. The Department has five safety labs and four traditional classrooms.

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Safety Management at Slippery Rock University meets the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) requirements as a Qualified Academic Program (QAP). The Safety Management Major at SRU is an Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM) Board-approved degree program. The major is based on safety management concepts with technical elements incorporated throughout the curriculum.

The successful applicant must have the knowledge and experience needed to teach a variety of undergraduate safety courses. Primary courses: Intro to Safety and Security in the Workplace, as well as other courses such as Legislative Compliance-General Industry, Construction Safety, Principles of Industrial Hygiene I & II, Hazardous Materials and Waste Management, Comprehensive Emergency Management and Fire Abatement, Ergonomics, Incident Investigation, Contemporary Issues in Safety, Motor Fleet, Safety Training, and Safety Management. Must also provide academic advisement, pursue scholarly work, and participate in service to the Department, University, and Community.

Completion of a doctoral degree is required to be tenured at the end of the five-year probationary process. Documentation evidencing enrollment in a Doctoral Program must be provided prior to appointment.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree required at time of appointment (at least one degree must be in safety or a closely related field such as Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, etc.). Degrees must be from a University or College that is accredited by one of the seven active regional accrediting agencies for educational institutions in the US: MSCHE, NEASC, HLC, NAC, SACS, WASC, or ACCJC.

Safety Management philosophy required. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the education of diverse populations. A minimum of five current years in a full-time safety professional position (external to the classroom or laboratory) related to the courses to be taught, is required. A successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.

Preferred Qualifications

Current relevant successful full-time safety teaching experience at the college level with seven years of previous relevant professional safety applied experience OR current relevant full-time professional safety applied experience (seven years) related to content areas of courses to be taught. CSP, CIH, CSHM or other relevant safety certifications preferred. Preferred experience and knowledge in current safety practices and security as well Legislative Compliance-General Industry, Construction Safety, Principles of Industrial Hygiene I & II, Hazardous Materials and Waste Management, Comprehensive Emergency Management and Fire Abatement, Ergonomics, Incident Investigation, Contemporary Issues in Safety, Motor Fleet, Safety Training, Safety Management. Enrolled in a Doctoral program.

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Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Respect for Individuals in the Community
Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Chief Human Resource Officer
008 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2016

Special Instructions to Applicants

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Applicants may upload either official or unofficial transcripts using the “Transcript” selection under Required Documents.
Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 30, 2026.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Unofficial Transcripts 2
5. Management Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcripts 3