Assistant Professor - Marketing

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA); Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas, invites applications for a full-time, nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The role emphasizes teaching, scholarship/creative accomplishment, and service with substantial autonomy and minimal supervision.

The incumbent reports to the department chair and contributes to both undergraduate and graduate programs. The position requires a terminal degree or ABD with Ph.D. completion before start date.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in the field; ABD considered if Ph.D. is earned prior to start date.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in advertising and promotion, as well as marketing courses in the graduate program.
• Commitment to research, scholarly/creative activity, and service per faculty rank criteria.
• Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to supervise theses/dissertations and supervise student projects.

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of twenty-four teaching load credits for fall and spring semesters.
• Engage in research, scholarly, and service activities appropriate to rank and merit criteria.
• Provide service to the university and the profession.
• Participate in promotion reviews of lower-ranked faculty members.
• Participate in tenure reviews when tenured.
• May supervise independent studies, internships, advising, and thesis/dissertation work.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Research and scholarly activity

Collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Student mentorship

Independent judgment

Education

Terminal degree or ABD

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position responsible for contributing significantly to Stephen F. Austin State University’s undergraduate and/or graduate programs through teaching, scholarship/creative accomplishment, and service. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.

QUALIFICATIONS

Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. ABD candidates may be considered if Ph.D. is earned prior to start date.

THE RANK OF ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

The rank of Assistant Professor is held by an individual who demonstrates the capability to produce research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, teach effectively, and provide service to the academic and general communities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs an equivalent of twenty-four teaching load credits (TLC) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.
• Engages in research/scholarly/creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria.
• Provides services to the university and the profession.
• Participates in promotion review of lower-ranked faculty members within the department.
• When tenured, participates in tenure review of candidates for tenure.
• May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, advising, and thesis/dissertation supervision.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• May receive course load reassignment when assigned administrative duties in support of the department/college/university.
• May receive course load reassignment when assigned to prepare course material during the first semester/year when included as part of initial contract.
• May receive course load reassignment when approved to conduct research/scholarly/creative accomplishment and service which exceed normal expectations.
• May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.
• May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Extensive knowledge in the field in which the individual will be teaching.
• Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Ability and commitment to conduct research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments and service.
• Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT

Candidate will need to be able to teach undergraduate courses in advertising and promotion as well as marketing principles courses and marketing courses within the graduate program.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Safety Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University recognizes the potential for accidents in performing job-related tasks. SFA promotes a safe working environment. Employees will be responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently. Employee evaluations will include safe job performance.

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

SFA's breathtaking campus is located in the heart of East Texas in historic Nacogdoches. Did you know that if you live in the Houston or Dallas areas, Nacogdoches may actually be closer than Austin? It's true!

SFA's salary grade table can be found in the pay grade structure section on the HR Manager's page.

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affrmoative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) is committed to providing a safe environment for its students and the broader campus community. SFA's police department actively works to prevent and respond to criminal activity through various measures, including comprehensive reporting practices and emergency alert systems. The university's Annual Fire and Safety Security Report details on-campus crime statistics, including incidents of forcible sex offenses, burglary, motor vehicle theft, and aggravated assault.