Instructional Assistant Professor or Term Instructor

George Mason University; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University seeks an Instructional Assistant Professor or Term Instructor to teach undergraduate business courses. The successful candidate will have a Master's degree, teaching experience, and significant skills for student engagement. Responsibilities include teaching four courses per semester and providing service to the academic community. This full-time position offers benefits but does not support work visa sponsorship. The position is located in Fairfax, VA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a minimum of 18 hours of graduate work in business or a related field.
• Experience teaching at the postsecondary level.
• Experience in business or another relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Teach business courses in undergraduate programs.
• Provide service to the Foundations Area and business community.

Skills

Teaching capabilities

Business knowledge

Student mentoring

Education

Master's degree in business or related field

Job description

Instructional Assistant Professor or Term Instructor

Department: Costello College of Business

Classification: 9-month Instructional Faculty

Job Category: Instructional Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/week)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department

The Donald G. Costello College of Business at George Mason University is one of the largest business schools in Virginia, located near Washington, D.C., in Arlington and Fairfax, and at George Mason's global campus in Incheon, South Korea. The college's AACSB‑accredited business and accounting curricula prepare undergraduate and graduate students from the U.S. and across the globe for career success in business and government. Its research‑based faculty and focus on multi‑disciplinary academic programs, inclusive entrepreneurship, modular education, experiential learning, and corporate partner engagement are transforming the landscape of business education and workforce development. Learn more at business.gmu.edu.

Business Foundations is one of the six areas of the Costello College of Business. Faculty with multidisciplinary backgrounds within the Business Foundations Area teach undergraduate courses that engage students with a range of contemporary business contexts and provide a foundation for academic success in business major courses and in the professional work environment. This area focuses on teaching excellence and collaboration.

About the Position

The Instructional Assistant Professor/Tutor position will join an existing team of faculty primarily responsible for teaching BUS 103 – Developing Your Professional Skills: Foundational Elements and BUS 303 – Developing Your Professional Skills: Advanced Elements in undergraduate programs. As a member of this team, the instructor will teach effectively, positively contribute to the academic environment, and provide service to the Business Foundations Area, the Costello College of Business, the university, and the profession. The instructor is also expected to interface with students and the business community.

The intent of the courses is to provide a background for promoting success in the undergraduate program and to prepare students for successful entry into professional careers at the conclusion of their undergraduate programs. In accomplishing this, BUS 103 will include material applicable from the perspectives of not only students but also professionals, including time management, relationship building, working in teams, academic integrity and ethics, and the enhancement of capabilities in writing and presentation. BUS 303 will cover topics such as understanding the modern work environment (e.g., working in teams, diversity in the workplace, and cross‑cultural personal competencies), developing leadership skills, business ethics and professional responsibilities, and engaging in the job search process.

This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position does not support work visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach business courses in undergraduate programs. The teaching load for this position is four courses per semester for fall and spring, or as determined by the College's workload policy. Teaching may include both face‑to‑face and online offerings, with an emphasis on face‑to‑face.
• Provide service to the Foundations Area, the Costello College of Business, the university, and the profession, such as academic community engagement, student mentoring, committee membership, and interfacing with the business community.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree with a minimum of 18 hours of graduate work in business or a related field.
• Experience teaching at the postsecondary level.
• Experience in business or another relevant field.
• Significant teaching experience in face‑to‑face and familiarity with teaching in online environments, with the ability to create materials, and supporting existing programs.
• Strong teaching capabilities which enable introduction of undergraduate students to the business environment and knowledge of trends in the workplace.
• Ability to aid students in developing the background and skills that will contribute to successful transitions to employment opportunities.
• Good citizenship in terms of service is critical, as is the ability to work well with colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal degree in a related field.

Instruction to Applicants

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Instructional Assistant Professor or Term Instructor position at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Letter of Intent and CV.

Posting Open Date: March 20, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: April 13, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes