Assistant/ Associate/ Full Professor of Leadership Studies

Tiffin University • Tiffin, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Business at Tiffin University is seeking a qualified full-time faculty member with an open rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) to teach primarily in the PhD in Global Leadership and Change and MBA programs, within the School of Business. This position will begin in August 2026 and is a full-time, benefits-eligible appointment.

Requirements

• A doctoral degree in Leadership Studies or a closely related field.
• ABD in Leadership Studies or a closely related field is acceptable with evidence of continuous progress.
• Evidence of strong commitment to teaching and fostering an engaging learning environment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience at the graduate and/or doctoral level.
• Experience supervising doctoral dissertations with the ability to mentor and guide doctoral students through dissertation research.
• Relevant industry experience in leadership roles, global settings, change management, or other related facets of business.
• Expertise in leadership theories and practices such as transformational leadership, servant leadership, and design thinking.
• Experience with executive education or leadership development programs; or engagement with industry professionals through workshops, seminars, or consulting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instruction, supervision, and evaluation of students in leadership courses.
• Contribute to course and program assessments to ensure academic excellence.
• Teach a total of 12 credit hours each semester.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the PhD in Global Leadership and Change curriculum to maintain relevance and innovation.
• Participate in professional, university, and community service activities aligned with the mission and values of the institution.
• Actively engage in and contribute to grant-funded research initiatives, enhancing scholarly activities and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Serve as a student mentor each semester, supporting their academic and professional development by helping them explore career paths and achieve their goals.
• Support the students within the PhD in Global Leadership and Change in publishing and presenting at conferences.
• Participate in university, college, and departmental events, including open houses, recruitment efforts, and community outreach activities to strengthen program visibility and enrollment.
• Perform additional job-related duties as needed to support departmental and institutional goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues on departmental initiatives, fostering a culture of innovation, cooperation, and professional growth.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
• Health Savings & Flex Spending Accounts: Options to save pre-tax dollars, with employer contributions to your HSA.
• Income Protection: Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability, plus voluntary plans for short-term disability, supplemental life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• Retirement Savings: A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions to help you plan for the future.
• Education Benefits: Tuition assistance and benefits for you and eligible family members.
• Support Services: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees