Assistant Professor, Business Ethics

Fairfield Department of Health • Fairfield, CT

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About The Position

The Department of Management along with the Patrick J. Waide Center for Applied Ethics at Fairfield University’s Dolan School of Business invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Business Ethics, starting Fall 2026 (pending final budgetary approval). Candidates must have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree in management, business ethics, philosophy, or a closely related field by the start date. We seek candidates with a demonstrated ability to publish high-quality, relevant research in peer-reviewed journals. The successful candidate will have a specialization in business ethics, with preferred competencies in related areas of applied ethics, law, or management. Preference will be given to candidates who satisfy the AACSB criteria for 'Scholarly Academic.' The primary teaching responsibility will be the undergraduate course 'Business Ethics,' which investigates ethical problems in business practice. In addition, the successful candidate may teach other undergraduate or graduate courses as needed by the department. Excellence in teaching, a commitment to innovation, and demonstrated effectiveness in using technology in the classroom are expected. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, weekend, Fairfield and/or Bellarmine campuses, and may be delivered face-to-face, hybrid, or online. Industry experience in business ethics, compliance, management, or related fields is highly desirable to ensure practical relevance in the classroom.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or other terminal degree in management, business ethics, philosophy, or a closely related field by the start date.
• Demonstrated ability to publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Specialization in business ethics.
• Competencies in related areas of applied ethics, law, or management.

Nice To Haves

• Industry experience in business ethics, compliance, management, or related fields.
• Satisfy the AACSB criteria for 'Scholarly Academic.'

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate course 'Business Ethics' and potentially other undergraduate or graduate courses.
• Publish high-quality, relevant research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching and commitment to innovation.
• Utilize technology effectively in the classroom.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor and departmental/University needs.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.
• Prohibition of discrimination and harassment of any type.
• Commitment to fostering a healthy workplace and lifestyle for employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree