Assistant or Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship

Texas Christian University; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated faculty member for a full-time tenure-track position in entrepreneurship. This role emphasizes high-quality teaching and impactful research, contributing to a collaborative environment within a nationally ranked business school. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. or be close to completion, with a proven track record in teaching and research. Join a vibrant community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and play a key role in shaping future leaders in the field of entrepreneurship. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and innovative academic setting.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required or strong evidence of completion before start date.
• Ability to publish in high-quality academic journals.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality teaching and publish entrepreneurship research.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in a supportive environment.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Research Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Critical Thinking

Persuasiveness

Education

Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship or Related Area

Job description

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled.

Position Details:

This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person.

The Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Texas Christian University (TCU) invites applications and nominations for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor within the Neeley School of Business. The successful candidate will begin employment in August 2026.

Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate significant accomplishments in both teaching and research in entrepreneurship. Primary responsibilities will include performing high quality teaching and publishing entrepreneurship research in premier journals. Collegiality and a demonstrated ability to work with others are important. The teaching load and salary are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and will be determined in consultation with the dean.

Department Details:

The department provides an exceptional work environment, with highly supportive colleagues who are dedicated to the vision of being world class thought leaders. We realize this vision through excellence in research, teaching and professional service. We are seeking candidates who share in our vision and can contribute effectively to our highly productive and collaborative environment.

In recent years, the department’s programs have been ranked in the top 25 by U.S. News & World Report, Princeton Review/Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, and Business Insider. Most recently, TCU's Entrepreneurship Program received the 2025 United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE) National Model Program Award for Large Institutions, and the 2024 NASDAQ Center of Entrepreneurial Excellence Award. The department’s primary academic programs include an undergraduate business major and minor in entrepreneurship and innovation, and a graduate certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation. These programs are supported by a number of co-curricular activities offered through the TCU Neeley Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, including the Values and Ventures Business Plan Competition, Shaddock Seed Fund, Entrepreneurial Intern Scholars Program, and Entrepreneurship Club.

School/College Description:

The nationally ranked TCU Neeley School of Business has more than 3,500 students enrolled across undergraduate and graduate programs, with approximately one third of TCU students in its programs as majors, minors or advanced degree seekers. Departments include Accounting, Business Information Systems, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Finance, Management and Leadership, Marketing and Supply and Value Chain Management, as well as seven graduate programs including full-time, part-time and online MBA and MS degrees. The Neeley School was ranked No. 9 in the nation and No. 1 in Texas for highest starting salaries for undergraduates in 2022 (Poets&Quants, 2022). The school’s BBA is ranked #25 Best Undergraduate program in 2024, and was named one of the top 10 Undergraduate Business Schools to Watch (Poets&Quants, 2022). The Neeley School has the No. 36 ranked Full-time MBA in the U.S., and is No. 8 for Learning, No. 24 for Entrepreneurship, and No. 32 for Networking (Bloomberg Businessweek, 2024).

University & Fort Worth Description:

ABOUT TCU

Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University sits on 302 acres nestled in a primarily residential part of Fort Worth, just minutes away from downtown. The University includes seven schools and colleges, in addition to the John V. Roach Honors College and the Burnett School of Medicine.

Currently, TCU enrolls more than 10,200 undergraduates and 1,700 graduate students. Twenty-eight percent of students self-identify as a member of a minority group, five percent are international students, and forty-five percent are from out-of-state. Our students are supported by more than 2,200 faculty and staff. The University has more than 700 full-time faculty members and is a top 100 National University as classified by US News and World Report and has a Carnegie Classification of R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity.

At TCU, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are an educational imperative directly tied to the University mission, vision, and strategic plan. Fulfilling TCU’s mission to develop ethical leaders and critical thinkers in a global community depends on the University’s ability to attract and retain students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Required Application Materials & Application Instructions:

An earned Ph.D. (or strong evidence of completion of Ph.D. before employment start date) in entrepreneurship or a closely related area. Demonstrated ability to publish in high-quality academic journals in entrepreneurship. Demonstrated ability to teach entrepreneurship courses and evidence of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels. Excellent interpersonal communication skills including verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising, and counseling skills. Applications and other documentation must be submitted electronically through the TCU HR system at jobs.tcu.edu. From there, click on “Find Openings” and select “Business Positions.” Applicants should attach the following to the online application: (1) a cover letter indicating interest in the position, (2) curriculum vitae demonstrating teaching and research accomplishments in the area of entrepreneurship, (3) a writing sample, and (4) the names of three references with addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

AA/EEO Statement:

As an AA/EEO employer, TCU recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.