ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MANAGEMENT & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

School of Business & Technology

Search 2485- Posted October 12, 2026

The School of Business & Technology (SBT) at Emporia State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Management & Entrepreneurship. Candidates should be prepared to teach a variety of management and entrepreneurship courses. Ability/willingness to teach online classes (including accelerated online classes) are required. The position is housed in the AACSB-accredited School of Business & Technology (SBT) and begins August 2027. This is a full-time, nine-month appointment. This position offers the successful candidate a choice between two appointment options: (1) a tenure-track appointment or (2) a non-tenure-track multi-year contract of up to three years. The successful candidate will be offered both options for consideration and may select the option they believe best aligns with their professional goals and interests.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate students in Management, Entrepreneurship, Small/Family Business Management, Design Thinking, and other related subjects.
• Conduct and publish high-quality scholarly research in management and entrepreneurship.
• Engage in service activities to support the SBT and the university with emphasis on program development and outreach in Entrepreneurship and Rural Entrepreneurship.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Terminal degree or anticipation of completing a Ph.D. on or before August 2027 from an AACSB accredited business program or closely related field. ABDs may be considered.
• Relevant teaching and/or industry experience.
• Excellent teaching evaluations.
• Evidence of high-quality scholarly activity.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain Scholarly Academic status based on Faculty Qualifications policy of the School per AACSB standards.
  

COMPENSATION:

• Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits package.
  

BENEFITS:

Base pay is one component of Emporia State University’s total rewards package. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family that include:

• Health Insurance
• Free Dental insurance for employees
• Retirement through the Kansas Board of Regents
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 31 days paid vacation and holiday days
• Tuition reduction and tuition assistance
• Dependent tuition waiver

APPLY:

• Upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), evidence of teaching excellence, and contact information for three references. If ABD, provide contact info for dissertation chair.
• Consideration of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
• A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hire.

For more information:

Contact the search committee Chair, Professor Payson Maydew, at: pmaydew@emporia.edu

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, parental status, or any other status protected by applicable law.