Tenure-Track, Marketing (Open Rank)

North Central College; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Employee assistance program

Job summary

North Central College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Marketing at Open Rank, to begin Fall 2027. The Department of Management & Marketing seeks a scholar committed to teaching and ongoing research within a dynamic liberal arts setting.

Responsibilities include teaching Marketing courses, developing curricula, mentoring students, and contributing to AACSB accreditation efforts. Salary range is $85,000–$105,000 with strong benefits and startup support.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Marketing or related field; ABD may be considered if degree is completed by the start date.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students, and ongoing scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teaching a variety of Marketing courses at undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Develop curricula for courses, minors, graduate certificates, and potential majors in the School of Business & Entrepreneurship.
• Mentor undergraduate students and student groups, including engaging in research.
• Attend conferences/workshops to remain active in the field and contribute to AACSB accreditation efforts.
• Pursue current and new research projects and present at conferences.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research excellence

Certifications

Education

Ph.D. in Marketing or related field

ABD considered

Job description

Position Title

Tenure-Track, Marketing (Open Rank)

Position Summary

The Department of Management & Marketing in the School ofBusiness and Entrepreneurship at North Central College invitesapplications for a tenure-track position in Marketing, to beginFall 2027.

Duties

• Teaching a variety of Marketing courses, such as Introductionto Marketing, Business & Economic Statistics, ConsumerBehavior, Market Research, Data Analytics, Marketing Management,among others, at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Thetypical teaching load is 20 credits per academic year (3-2schedule, with 4-credit hour courses). A course release isavailable in the first year for new faculty, and start-up fundingmay also be available.
• Assessing student work and providing detailed feedback on howto improve their content knowledge, critical thinking skills, oraland written communication skills, etc.
• Developing curricula for courses, minors, graduatecertificates, and potential majors in the School of Business &Entrepreneurship and the Department of Management & Marketingby coordinating with other academic departments to develop acurriculum that meets the needs of students in a wide range ofacademic areas.
• Mentoring undergraduate students and student groups outside theclassroom by engaging students in research as applicable, advisingstudent groups, etc.
• Attending conferences and workshops as necessary to remainactive in the field(s) of study; engage with the Department ofManagement & Marketing to further develop teaching andmentoring skills; complete campus-wide training required by theOffices of Academic Affairs and Human Resources.
• Pursuing current and new research activities in the field(s) ofstudy, including new research projects, writing/dissemination ofcurrent and future research, and presentation of research atconferences.
• Performing other departmental duties and attend activities asnecessary, including attending department meetings, andparticipating in committees, task forces, and others asrequired.
• Maintaining Scholarly Academic (SA) qualifications for AACSBaccreditation.

Basic Qualifications

Basic qualifications are required at the time of application.

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

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications are not required qualifications for theposition.

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

Salary Range

The budgeted salary range for this position is: $85,000 to$105,000.

$85,000 to $105,000

Department

School of Business & Entrepreneurship

Division

Academic Affairs

Faculty Status

Full-time Tenure Track Faculty

Supervisor Title

Chair, Department of Management & Marketing

Status

Full-time Tenure-Track Faculty

Tenure Track

Yes

About NCC

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

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

About the School of Business and Entrepreneurship

The School of Business and Entrepreneurship ( SBE ) at NorthCentral College is an AACSB -accredited business school known forits innovative, experiential approach to business education. SBEoffers students hands-on learning opportunities that set it apartfrom traditional business programs, including The Coffee Lab – a student-run bean-to-cup coffee roastery; the Centerfor Financial Literacy – which delivers programming andmentoring for first generation students and community members ; and Leadership,Ethics and Values program – which develops studentchangemakers and social entrepreneurs. SBE’s mission-driven facultyare committed to developing principled leaders through exceptionalacademic programs and transformative experiential opportunities.The School’s collegial environment values teaching excellence,meaningful student mentorship, applied scholarship, and activeengagement in the life of the College.

Application Window

Open date: August 25, 2026

Initial review date: September 15, 2026

Employment Conditions

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion ofthe College’s background screening process.

Number of Vacancies

1

EEO Statement

North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed toincreasing the diversity of our workforce. North Central Collegeprovides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilitieswhere appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, pleasenotify the Office of Human Resource. Determinations on requests forreasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Open Until Filled

Yes

Additional Information

The budgeted salary range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000.The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined basedon factors including (but not limited to) the selected candidate’sexperience and qualifications, including equivalent years in rank,training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and externalmarket 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&D insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Employee assistance plan resources

Contact Information

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