Tenure-Track, Management (Open Rank)

North Central College; Naperville, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee assistance

Job summary

North Central College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Management, to begin Fall 2027, within the Department of Management & Marketing in the School of Business and Entrepreneurship. The role emphasizes teaching excellence, mentoring, and curriculum development across undergraduate and graduate programs.

The successful candidate will teach courses such as Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, and Production & Operations Management, with a typical load of

Qualifications

• Completed Ph.D. in Management or related field (ABD acceptable if finished by start date).
• Commitment to teaching excellence and ongoing scholarship.
• Strong mentoring of students and engagement in research.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of Management courses at undergrad/grad level (e.g., Logistics, Operations, Data Analytics).
• Provide feedback on student work to improve knowledge, critical thinking, and communication.
• Develop curricula for courses, minors, certificates, and possible majors in collaboration with departments.
• Mentor students and student groups, including research opportunities and advising.

Skills

Teaching

Mentoring

Curriculum design

Research

Education

Ph.D. in Management or related field

ABD considered if degree completed by start date

Job description

Supervisor Title Chair, Department of Management & Marketing

Status

Tenure Track Yes

Salary Range

Salary Range $90,000 to $110,000

Position Summary

The Department of Management & Marketing in the School of Business and Entrepreneurship at North Central College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Management, to begin Fall 2027.

The duties in this role include:

• Teaching a variety of Management courses, such as Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Business & Economic Statistics, Production & Operations Management, Project Management, Data Analytics, Intro to Management, among others, at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. The typical teaching load is 20 credits per academic year (3-2 schedule, with 4-credit hour courses). A course release is available in the first year for new faculty, and start-up funding may also be available.
• Assessing student work and providing detailed feedback on how to improve their content knowledge, critical thinking skills, oral and written communication skills, etc.
• Developing curricula for courses, minors, graduate certificates, and potential majors in the School of Business & Entrepreneurship and the Department of Management & Marketing by coordinating with other academic departments to develop a curriculum that meets the needs of students in a wide range of academic areas.
• Mentoring undergraduate students and student groups outside the classroom by engaging students in research as applicable, advising student groups, etc.
• Attending conferences and workshops as necessary to remain active in the field(s) of study; engage with the Department of Management & Marketing to further develop teaching and mentoring skills; complete campus-wide training required by the Offices of Academic Affairs and Human Resources.
• Pursuing current and new research activities in the field(s) of study, including new research projects, writing/dissemination of current and future research, and presentation of research at conferences.
• Performing other departmental duties and attend activities as necessary, including attending department meetings, and participating in committees, task forces, and others as required.
• Maintaining Scholarly Academic (SA) qualifications for AACSB accreditation.

Basic Qualifications:

Basic qualifications are required at the time of application.

• The successful candidate will have completed a Ph.D. in Management or a related field. ABD may be considered if degree is completed by the start date.
• Applicants must demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students, and ongoing scholarship.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred qualifications are not required qualifications for the position.

• Demonstrated excellence in both teaching and research
• Professional experience or certifications related to the areas of teaching

Salary Range:

The budgeted salary range for this position is: $90,000 to $110,000.

About NCC :
Founded in 1861, North Central College is a selective, comprehensive liberal arts institution of about 3000 students, located 28 miles west of Chicago in Naperville. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). The college is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine.

North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable.

About the School of Business and Entrepreneurship: The School of Business and Entrepreneurship ( SBE ) at North Central College is an AACSB -accredited business school known for its innovative, experiential approach to business education. SBE offers students hands‑on learning opportunities that set it apart from traditional business programs, including The Coffee Lab – a student‑run bean-to-cup coffee roastery; the Center for Financial Literacy – which delivers programming and mentoring for first generation students and community members ; and Leadership, Ethics and Values program – which develops student changemakers and social entrepreneurs. SBE’s mission-driven faculty are committed to developing principled leaders through exceptional academic programs and transformative experiential opportunities. The School’s collegial environment values teaching excellence, meaningful student mentorship, applied scholarship, and active engagement in the life of the College.

Application Window:

Open date: August 25, 2026
Initial review date: September 15, 2026

For further information, contact Brian Hanlon, Chair, Department of Management & Marketing, at [e-mail].

Employment Conditions

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College's background screening process.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

EEO Statement

North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. North Central College provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, please notify the Office of Human Resource. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Information

The budgeted salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

North Central College provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• All-inclusive medical, dental and vision group insurance
• Health and dependent care savings plans
• Employer-paid life and AD&DD insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Employee assistance plan resources

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