6 humanities other jobs found in Philadelphia

Wieler Family Professor Position Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Dec 12, 2025 Deadline: Feb 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2) of the University of Pennsylvania welcomes applications and nominations for a tenured faculty position as the inaugural Wieler Family Professor. We are seeking an exceptional scholar whose research, teaching, and service advance the field of philanthropy at the intersection of social innovation, impact, business, and civic engagement. The Wieler Family Professor will also hold a secondary appointment at the Wharton School. The goal of the Professorship is to marry SP2's social impact mission with Wharton's capacity to innovate and inspire leaders who have a passion to do good through philanthropy. The ideal candidate will bring visionary leadership and a record of rigorous interdisciplinary scholarship. Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to articulate a clear vision for how...

Research Track Faculty Position (All Ranks) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Oct 20, 2025 Deadline: The University of Pennsylvania's School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2) invites applications for full-time, non-tenure track faculty positions at the rank of Research Assistant Professor, Research Associate Professor, or Research Professor. SP2 is a world leader in advancing knowledge, policy, and practice in Nonprofit Leadership, Social Work, and Social Policy. We welcome applications from scholars across disciplines who bring expertise in these areas and who are committed to research that promotes equity, innovation, and social impact. Candidates should demonstrate a clear content area, a strong methodological approach, and an active program of research that advances knowledge and practice in at least one of these domains. Position Overview Consistent with University policy, Research Track faculty salaries must be derived exclusively from external...

Research Coordinator, SAS- Humanities and Human Flourishing (HHF) Project in the Positive Psychology Center 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...

Research & Evidence Synthesis Librarian 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...

Full-Time Lecturer in Portuguese Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Nov 17, 2025 Deadline: The Lauder Institute and the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania invite applications for a full time appointment as Lecturer in Portuguese. The appointment will begin in August 2026 and includes a teaching load of three courses per semester as well as coordinating duties related to the Lauder Portuguese Language and Culture Program. The appointment will be for an initial year with the possibility of annual renewal for an additional two years, contingent upon a satisfactory performance review and approval of the Dean. Minimum qualifications are an MA in linguistics, applied linguistics, language, literature and/or humanities, Ph.D. preferable. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience teaching Portuguese in a university setting at the advanced and superior levels. The successful candidate should also have experience teaching...

Postdoctoral Fellowship INTERNATIONAL CALL FOR APPLICATIONS Center for Advanced Research in Global Communication Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania The Center for Advanced Research in Global Communication at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a “CARGC Postdoctoral Fellowship.” This is a one-year position renewable for a second year based on successful performance. Overview: The Center for Advanced Research in Global Communication (CARGC) produces and promotes scholarly research on global media cultures and public life. Our work brings together regional and area studies scholarship with theories and methodologies of the humanities and qualitative social sciences to understand how local, lived experiences of people and communities are profoundly shaped by global media and communication technologies and industries. This synthesis of deep regional expertise and...