What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Business position at Concord University?
The Department of Business at Concord University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Business at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, effective August 2026.
Concord University prides itself on a 150-year tradition of preparing students to enter the workforce or continue their education through graduate studies. We are seeking highly qualified individuals to join our faculty who can apply their education and professional experience to instruction that will enrich our students, further Concord’s commitment to programs of excellence, and reinforce CU’s mission to serve the region.
This is a full-time, 9-month tenure-track faculty position that supports the department’s degree programs.
The Department of Business offers an undergraduate degree program with concentrations in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, Management, Marketing, and Sport Management. The Department also offers a 30-hour MBA program, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management.
The Department of Business offers an undergraduate degree program with concentrations in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, Management, Marketing, and Sport Management. The Department also offers a 30-hour MBA program, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duty/Responsibility
Faculty members assume an active and collegial role in the planning and governance of the Department’s activities and expectations. Primary responsibilities include:
- Teaching a variety of undergraduate and graduate business courses with a 4/4 teaching load, with primary responsibility for courses in management and operations, including Business Statistics and Business Analytics.
- Participating in continuous improvement activities to strive to improve effectiveness of teaching and maintain currency of the academic discipline.
- Advising and mentoring students, participating in curriculum review and development, and assessing and reporting student learning outcomes and accreditation-related activities.
- Conducting scholarly research and engaging with the professional academic community.
- Participating in service activities, including serving on university and departmental committees, attending faculty and departmental meetings, and contributing to the broader University community.
% of Time
100
Education/Knowledge
Minimum Education
Master's
Required Licenses/Certification
A Ph.D. or DBA in a business-related field from a regionally accredited institution is required, with a preference for candidates with a background in Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a closely related discipline. Candidates with a quantitative background or research focus are especially encouraged to apply. A doctorate is required for tenure consideration.
Candidates holding an MBA or master’s degree in a related field, combined with substantial professional experience, may be considered for a non-tenure track appointment.
Required Skills
- Demonstrated teaching competency and a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate business education is preferred, but candidates with relevant professional experience will be reviewed.
- Proficiency or demonstrated experience with analytics tools such as Excel, R, Python, Tableau, or similar software is a plus.
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
- Evidence of interest in programmatic research and/or a prior record of publishing, as we require and support faculty research productivity.
- Understanding of course development to support evolving undergraduate and graduate program needs.
Required Experience
Type of experience Needed
Teaching experience preferred.
Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)
More than 2 years
Type of experience Needed
Professional or industry experience in management, operations, or a related field is a plus.
Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)
More than 2 years
Posting Detail Information
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Additional Information
About the Department
The Department of Business at Concord University is a community of faculty, scholars, and practitioners committed to developing the next generation of business professionals. Our faculty bring both academic expertise and real-world experience to the classroom, and we take pride in the close faculty-student relationships that define a Concord education.
The Department of Business at Concord University is a community of faculty, scholars, and practitioners committed to developing the next generation of business professionals. Our faculty bring both academic expertise and real-world experience to the classroom, and we take pride in the close faculty-student relationships that define a Concord education.
About Concord University
Concord University is a small public, comprehensive institution with an enrollment of approximately 1,800 students. Located in Athens, West Virginia near Pipestem State Park, the University offers a close-knit academic community and a beautiful rural setting that fosters engaged teaching, scholarship, and collegial collaboration. Athens is within driving distance of metropolitan areas in West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, and Washington, D.C.
Concord University is a small public, comprehensive institution with an enrollment of approximately 1,800 students. Located in Athens, West Virginia near Pipestem State Park, the University offers a close-knit academic community and a beautiful rural setting that fosters engaged teaching, scholarship, and collegial collaboration. Athens is within driving distance of metropolitan areas in West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, and Washington, D.C.
Concord has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and seeks a broad representation of candidates, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation- Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Visa Sponsorship- At this time, the Department of Business will not provide H1B visa or employment sponsorship.
Application Process
- Applicants should submit:
- Cover letter specific to the position, interest in working at Concord University, and relocating to southern West Virginia
- Curriculum vitae
- Evidence of teaching (student evaluations or other documentation if available)
- Unofficial transcripts
- Contact information for three professional references
Applications received by May 15th will receive full consideration. Review will continue until the position is filled. Applications will only be accepted through Concord University’s online application site at https://jobs.concord.edu/.
Concord University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.concord.edu/postings/2837