Teaching Assistant Professor - General Business/KNEE Center for Regulatory Research - College o[...]

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University invites applications for a full-time Teaching Assistant Professor in General Business. The role involves teaching, research, and service and requires a Ph.D. degree, with a preference for candidates showing teaching excellence and a publication record. The position starts in January 2026, fostering an environment of academic innovation and student success.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by the time of appointment.
• Excellence in teaching and a record of scholarly publication preferred.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness like student evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Teach six courses per academic year in both in-person and online formats.
• Engage in scholarly activities aligned with AACSB standards.
• Contribute to departmental and college service initiatives.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Research

Curriculum development

Student engagement

Education

Ph.D. in Business, Economics, or related field

Job description

Job Description - Teaching Assistant Professor - General Business/KNEE Center for Regulatory Research - College of Business and Economics (26878)

Teaching Assistant Professor - General Business/KNEE Center for Regulatory Research - College of Business and Economics - 26878

Description

The Department of General Business at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics, West Virginia University, invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor – Scholarly Academic (TAP-SA) position. This is a full-time, 9-month, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track appointment with an anticipated start date in January 2026. The position includes dedicated service to the KNEE Center for Regulatory Research.

Primary Responsibilities

Teaching (60%)

• Teach six three-credit courses per academic year (undergraduate and/or graduate), in both in-person and online formats, within the General Business Department, including but not limited to teaching in the Master of Business Administration programs (MBA, OMBA, HMBA)
• Utilize experiential learning techniques to enhance student engagement and academic success.
• Support curriculum development and academic innovation across General Business program offerings.

Research (20%)

• Engage in scholarly activities aligned with AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) standards.
• Contribute to the academic community through peer-reviewed publications and participation in academic conferences.
• Foster research that supports and complements the teaching mission of the department.

Service (20%)

• Actively contribute to the mission of the KNEE Center for Regulatory Research through regulatory-focused service and academic outreach.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service initiatives.
• Support student recruitment, retention, and placement efforts, as well as program development and industry engagement.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in, Business, Economics, or a closely related field is required by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a record of scholarly publication are strongly preferred.
• Candidates must demonstrate commitment to student success, programmatic development, and academic service.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations, sample syllabi).
• Names and contact information of at least three references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For specific inquiries, please contact Dr. Christopher Freiman, Chair, General Business at [e-mail].

About the College

The John Chambers College of Business and Economics is AACSB-accredited and located in the state-of-the-art Reynolds Hall in Morgantown, WV. The college offers a range of undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs designed to prepare students for successful careers and global impact. For more information, visit https://business.wvu.edu .

About West Virginia University

Founded in 1867, West Virginia University is a land-grant institution with an R1 Carnegie Classification, signifying the highest level of research activity. Located in Morgantown—a safe, inclusive, and vibrant college town ranked among the most livable small cities in the U.S.—WVU serves more than 29,000 students. Learn more at https://www.morgantownwv.gov and https://www.wvu.edu .

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu .

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.