Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Marketing

Ball State University; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Marketing to join its dynamic faculty. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to engage with students in innovative teaching practices across various modalities. The role involves teaching courses in Social Media and Digital Marketing, while also having the flexibility to cover additional marketing topics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing, a passion for education, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. Join this vibrant community and contribute to shaping the future of marketing education.

Benefits

Affordable Healthcare

Retirement

Tuition Remission

Qualifications

• MBA or Masters Degree in a marketing-related field required.
• 5+ years of professional experience in a relevant area needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 semester hours in Social Media and Digital Marketing.
• Cover professional selling and marketing courses as needed.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Digital Marketing

Social Media Marketing

Professional Selling

Innovative Teaching

Education

MBA or Masters Degree in Marketing

Doctorate or ABD in Marketing

Tools

Online Instruction Technology

Job description

Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Marketing

Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana.

Position Title: Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Marketing

About this Opportunity:

The Department of Marketing at Ball State University welcomes applications for an Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Marketing beginning August 2025.

About Ball State University:

Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.

Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusiveness. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.

Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Benefits and Community:

• Affordable Healthcare
• Retirement
• Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

The Department of Marketing at Ball State University has a full-time contract faculty position available beginning August 2025. Primary responsibilities include teaching 12 semester hours each Fall and Spring semester in Social Media and Digital Marketing, with the ability to cover undergraduate professional selling and/or marketing courses as needed. This is an on-campus position with coursework which may be delivered on campus or online.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MBA or Masters Degree in a marketing-related field.
• Minimum of five years of mid- or upper-level professional experience in an area relevant to teaching responsibility.
• Authorization to work in the US without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed Doctorate or ABD in Marketing or other Marketing-related field.
• Teaching experience in professional selling, digital marketing/social media, or other Marketing-related area at the university level.
• Experience with new technology and online instruction.
• Innovative teaching and genuine interest in business as a force for good are preferred.

Required Certifications/Licensures:

Successful completion of a background check and education verification is required.

Position Title(s) Supervised: None

EEO Statement:

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Department: Marketing:300070

Posting Number: 202501441F

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 08/15/2025

Applications Accepted Through Date: 05/18/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Consideration Date: Applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

Information regarding transcripts: The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary:

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information:

For inquiries regarding this vacancy, please contact Russ Wahlers at [e-mail] or 765-285-3737.

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