Rooney International Visiting Scholar

Rooney International Visiting Scholar

Position Department: Center for Global Engagement

Position
School: Administration

Overview: OPPORTUNITY The Rooney International Visiting Scholar Program offers international
scholars the opportunity to spend a semester in residence at Robert Morris University pursuing research, and/ or teaching while interacting
with faculty, staff, and students. The Rooney Scholars live on campus in the Rooney House and become part of the campus community. Travel
expenses will be provided and well as an automobile for the Scholar's use (valid driver's license required). A salary is provided. RMU is
currently accepting applications for the Academic Year 2026-27, for Fall 2026 (approximately, August 25 - December 15, 2026) and Spring 2027
(approximately, January 13 - May 5, 2027).

Responsibilities: During their semester residency at RMU, Rooney Scholars may
participate in a variety of activities, such as: Pursuing independent research objectives and collaborating with faculty, staff, or/and
students on research projects. Delivering formal presentations to the university community or/and to specific academic schools. Presenting
guest lectures in classes. Teaching a course within their host school. Preference is given to applicants who include a plan to work with RMU
faculty on joint research projects.

Minimum Qualifications: The applicant will have a Ph.D. or an advanced degree in a related
discipline offered at Robert Morris University, or significant experience in an area of cultural or humanitarian interest to the University.
A list of RMU Schools and programs of study can be found here: RMU Programs Applicants should have a distinguished academic and/or
professional record, and must be committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Applicants must also demonstrate leadership skills,
communications skills in English, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with others in an academic environment.

Act 153
Clearance Required: No

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check: Yes

Required to Pass a Credit Check:
No

Commitment to Diversity: RMU complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in
all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of
race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice: Federal
law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please email humanresources@rmu.edu or call us at
(412) 397-6270 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.

To apply, click here.

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