Assistant Professor - Management - #000513

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Carolina University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Management, beginning August 2027 on the Cullowhee, NC campus. The School of Economics, Management, and Project Management seeks scholars whose teaching complements existing faculty and who can contribute to a dynamic business program.

The candidate will teach three courses per semester (face-to-face or online), pursue an active research agenda, advise students, and engage in service

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in management from AACSB-accredited institution.
• ABD with defense date and degree completed by Aug 31, 2027 considered.
• 18 graduate credit hours in management from AACSB-accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach three courses per semester (face-to-face and/or online).
• Maintain an active research agenda leading to peer-reviewed publications.
• Advise students and participate in service activities as designated by the school director.
• Campus presence on non-teaching days as needed.

Skills

Academic research

Strategic management

Graduate teaching

Education

Ph.D. or ABD in management

Job description

About WCU

• 2025 – Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.
• 2024 – Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023 – Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022 – Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.

Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.

• Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance.
• Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire.
• Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan.
• Optional disability plans are also available.
• Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses.
• Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year.
• Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately.
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
• WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The School of Economics, Management, and Project Management, one of the three schools in the College of Business, invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Management, beginning in August 2027.

The successful candidate will bring areas of teaching and research that complement and integrate with those of existing faculty. Teaching responsibilities will include residential and/or distance undergraduate and graduate courses in Strategic Management and may include other Management courses based on the candidate’s expertise and program needs. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to contribute to the College’s mission of providing students with the skills needed to address the challenges of contemporary business.

Responsibilities include teaching three courses (face-to-face and/or online format) per semester, scholarship, advising, and service activities as designated by the school director. Moreover, although faculty are typically assigned to teach 2 or 3 days per week, teaching and service duties may require a campus presence on non-teaching days.

The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active research agenda leading to peer-reviewed scholarly publications and other intellectual contributions consistent with College and University expectations for tenure and promotion. Candidates should have a strong record or show strong promise to contribute to the intellectual and practical lives of students and other stakeholders of the School, College, University, and business community.

The successful candidate must meet the standards for qualification per the College’s Policy on Classification of Qualified Faculty. The AACSB requirements for academic qualification mandate a minimum level of relevant research and publication to remain current in the field of teaching.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus. The School of Economics, Management, and Project Management, one of the three schools in the College of Business, invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Management. The successful candidate will bring areas of teaching and research that complement and integrate with those of existing faculty. Teaching responsibilities will include residential and/or distance undergraduate and graduate courses in Strategic Management and may include other Management courses based on the candidate’s expertise and program needs. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to contribute to the College’s mission of providing students with the skills needed to address the challenges of contemporary business. Responsibilities include teaching three courses (face-to-face and/or online format) per semester, scholarship, advising, and service activities as designated by the school director. Moreover, although faculty are typically assigned to teach 2 or 3 days per week, teaching and service duties may require a campus presence on non-teaching days. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active research agenda leading to peer-reviewed scholarly publications and other intellectual contributions consistent with College and University expectations for tenure and promotion. Candidates should have a strong record or show strong promise to contribute to the intellectual and practical lives of students and other stakeholders of the School, College, University, and business community. The successful candidate must meet the standards for qualification per the College’s Policy on Classification of Qualified Faculty. The AACSB requirements for academic qualification mandate a minimum level of relevant research and publication to remain current in the field of teaching.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. or ABD in management or an appropriate business field from an AACSB -accredited institution is required. Applicants who are ABD , with a dissertation defense date, and who complete all degree requirements on or before August 31, 2027, will be considered. The applicant must have completed 18 graduate credit hours in management from an AACSB -accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

A demonstrated potential for a productive research agenda in Strategic Management or a related area. Teaching experience at the graduate level.

Position Type

Permanent Full-Time

Number of Months Per Year

9

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.