Assistant – Associate Professor of Management

General Description:

William Woods University is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position to teach management and business courses to undergraduate and graduate students. Teaching areas may include management, marketing, business communications, business ethics, business policies and procedures, human resource management, organizational behavior, business law, and other related business courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The contracted teaching load is 12 hours per semester, with the opportunity to teach summer and intercession courses.

Full-time faculty are expected to participate in faculty and campus committees, attend faculty assembly and division meetings, and conduct program and class assessments in accordance with standards developed by the University and outside accrediting entities. Faculty are also expected to develop educational programs to be presented to the campus at large as part of the University LEAD program and to attend such programs sponsored by other faculty in the university. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualified applicants must submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three references (one being a current or past supervisor).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·       Teach Management and Business-related coursework in classroom and online modalities at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

·       Assist students with academic advising.

·       Prepare course syllabi for assigned courses that meet the needs of students and accreditation requirements.

·       Participate in the development of assessments, evaluation of courses, and business program assessments for continuing improvement.

·       Maintain professional development according to personal and professional needs.

·       Assist in recruitment efforts for the program by participating in university recruitment events and communicating with interested students.

·       Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

·       A doctoral degree in management or a business-related field is required.

·       ABDs with a documented completion date may be considered.

·       Ability to perform teaching, administrative, and clerical duties independently to fulfill goals and objectives of business programs within the overall mission of the school and the University.

·       Teaching experience at a higher educational institution is preferred.

·       Demonstrated commitment to professional development, strong work ethic, and a commitment to working well with others.

·       Work within an online modality and develop course curricula.

·       Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with integrating instructional technology into classroom experiences.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time, 9-month position, which may begin as soon as January 2025 and will continue into the 2025-2026 academic year. This position will be open until filled.