Marketing - Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor

University of Central Oklahoma • Edmond, OK

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About The Position

The College of Business at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), an AACSB-accredited institution, invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of Marketing Strategy and Sales, beginning in August 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence, maintain an active research agenda consistent with AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) qualifications, and contribute to the service mission of the department, college, and university. Prior business experience in marketing strategy, professional sales, or related fields is preferred.

The Department of Marketing supports undergraduate and graduate students through programs in Marketing, Professional Selling, and related disciplines, and contributes to UCO’s MBA and MSBA programs. Faculty support student organizations and professional development opportunities, including sales competitions, internships, and industry partnerships.

The position involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Marketing Strategy and Sales in face-to-face, hybrid, and/or asynchronous online formats. The faculty member will contribute to research, curriculum design and assessment, student mentorship, service, experiential learning, and engagement with industry partners.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Marketing or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution; ABD candidates with a confirmed dissertation defense date before the employment start date will be considered.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• Ability to meet AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching, professional, or scholarly experience in Sales or Professional Selling.
• Demonstrated success in business engagement, industry collaboration, or leadership in professional organizations.
• Prior business experience in marketing strategy, professional sales, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Marketing Strategy and Sales through face-to-face, hybrid, and/or asynchronous online formats.
• Develop and maintain an active research agenda that meets AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) standards.
• Contribute to curriculum design, assessment, and innovation in marketing education.
• Mentor students and participate in co-curricular initiatives such as student competitions, clubs, and experiential learning opportunities.
• Participate in service at the department, college, university, and professional association levels.
• Facilitate experiential learning through case studies, consulting projects, and strategic simulations with real-world organizations.
• Engage with industry partners to bring strategic challenges into the classroom and foster collaborative research opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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