Assistant Professor - Marketing - Tenure Track

Western Michigan University8 months ago
Kalamazoo, MI, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

  • Deliver undergraduate courses in marketing principles, marketing analytics, marketing research, and other needed topics which may include consumer behavior, marketing strategy, and global business.
  • Teach in various formats that may include traditional classrooms, large auditorium sessions (up to 260 students), hybrid, and online modes.
  • Achieve high teaching evaluations and showcase pedagogical excellence.
  • First two years is a 2/2 teaching load, then 3/3 teaching load.
  • Establish and maintain an independent research program in marketing and related fields.
  • Publish research in peer-reviewed ABDC journals and present findings at reputable marketing conferences.
  • Support the department's academic goals through applied research and industry engagement.
  • Collaborate on interdisciplinary research projects with colleagues from across the university.
  • Participate in departmental, college, and university governance, including serving on committees and developing programs.
  • Mentor and advise students in academic, career, and professional growth.
  • Support departmental accreditation, program evaluation, and strategic planning efforts.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners to enhance student experiential learning.
  • Support recruitment, retention, and diversity efforts within the department and college.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to serve as a faculty advisor for a related student organization.

Short Job Description:

  • Earned doctorate (Ph.D., DBA) from an accredited institution in marketing or a closely related field, completed by August 1, 2026.
  • Demonstrated research potential through publications, conference presentations, or dissertation work in marketing or related areas.
  • Evidence of effective teaching at the university level.
  • Commitment to innovative teaching methods and ability to educate a diverse group of students, including international students and non-traditional learners.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with faculty, students, and industry partners.
  • Commitment to mentoring students through advising, research supervision, co-curricular activities, registered student organizations, or student success initiatives.

Job Ref: F301P

Job Reply URL: 4989

Required Skills

Consumer Behavior
Student Mentorship
Collaboration
Marketing Research
Diversity and Inclusion
Research Publishing
Global Business
Marketing Analytics
Marketing Principles
Marketing Strategy
Pedagogical Excellence