Truman State University - Kirksville, MO
posted about 1 month ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Kirksville, MO
1,001-5,000 employees
Educational Services
About the position
The School of Business and Professional Studies at Truman State University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Business Administration specializing in Management, starting in August 2025. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to teach in a public liberal arts setting, focusing on preparing students for success in the evolving business landscape. The role emphasizes collaborative research and engagement across various programs and departments, aligning with Truman's commitment to high-quality education and community building.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate management courses.
- Develop curriculum that prepares students for success in the business world.
- Engage in scholarly activity consistent with the teacher-scholar model.
- Advise and mentor students.
- Provide service to the department, school, and university.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate business analytics courses.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Business Administration or a closely related field completed by August 2025 (ABD considered with an expected completion date within one year).
- Demonstrated potential for teaching effectiveness in management and business analytics.
- Ability to teach other courses in the department.
- Commitment to student success and development.
- Sustained professional and academic engagement activities to maintain scholarly status.
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to the liberal arts and sciences as a teacher-scholar.
Nice-to-haves
- Field-specific expertise in strategic management, entrepreneurship, organizational behavior, or business analytics.
Benefits
- Life insurance
- Health insurance
- Disability insurance
- Partial reimbursement for moving expenses
