Assistant Professor - Management (Tenure Track - 9 month)

Ferris State University•Big Rapids, MI

1d•$95,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor - Management position. Teaching may include undergraduate and graduate courses. Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students, and faculty are expected to be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment. Additionally, faculty will participate in collaborative efforts to foster curricular efforts, participate in assessment of student learning, and further develop programmatic enhancement. Specifically, we expect the candidate to be willing to engage students outside the classroom, support and expand our existing academic initiatives, and be willing to mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role. In support of teaching, candidates will engage in scholarly/professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees. Off-campus and online teaching may be required. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F1 EAD’s, OPT, H1B, etc.

Requirements

Doctorate (Ph.D. or DBA) in Management or a closely related field.
If the doctorate is in a closely related field, must have at least 18 graduate credit hours in Management courses.
ABD will be considered.
Degree must be from an accredited institution.
Three years of industry experience.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty and administration on initiatives that support FSU goals and objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
Must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a specialized business-accredited program (e.g., ACBSP, AACSB).
Entrepreneurial or small business management experience.
Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.
Demonstrated ability to engage students outside the classroom (e.g., study abroad, field experiences, coordinating academic centers).
MBA degree.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Foster a meaningful learning experience for students.
Be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment.
Participate in collaborative efforts to foster curricular efforts.
Participate in assessment of student learning.
Further develop programmatic enhancement.
Engage students outside the classroom.
Support and expand existing academic initiatives.
Mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role.
Engage in scholarly/professional activities.
Participate in department, college, and university committees.
Teach off-campus and online courses.
Reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and perform duties at a Ferris site.
Advise students.
Handle orientation and registration of students.
Keep regular posted office hours.
Participate in traditional functions which have academic significance.
Recruit students for Dawg Days, Admitted Student Days, visits to high schools or career tech centers, and other University-outreach events.
Serve on program committees and represent the program on College and University committees.
Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development, assessment, and quality assurance.
Teach and coordinate elective courses in areas of expertise.
Collaborate in the design and implementation of additional undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Maintain records and conduct assessments, advising, and all other administrative features of the position in accordance with policies and procedures.
Perform duties in accordance with established University policies.
Act as liaison between the program and professional organizations.
Enthusiastically support student success through active involvement with individual students, student organizations, and student competitions.
Remain current in the profession.
Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Work with colleagues to develop new curricular initiatives.
Carry out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.