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The Department of Marketing in the College of Business at Lehigh University invites applications for an open rank non-tenure-track, non-tenured, instructional position in Marketing. Initial rank will depend on the candidate’s teaching and/or industry experience. It is a non-tenure-track, full-time, fixed-term, renewable position. The start date is August 2026.
The position is open to both academics and industry professionals with a focus on marketing analytics. Successful candidates will design and teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate marketing courses, including marketing analytics, artificial intelligence, and other data-related topics. They should be open to in-person, remote, and hybrid teaching modalities as needed.
While the position is not tenurable, faculty hired at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professors who develop excellent records in the areas of teaching and service are expected to become eligible for consideration for promotion to the rank of Teaching Associate Professor, and ultimately to the rank of Teaching Full Professor.
Selected candidates will be responsible for teaching eight courses per academic year (typically, 4 three credit courses per semester). They are also expected to be highly engaged and committed members of the marketing department and will be involved in undergraduate and graduate teaching, curriculum development, student advising, and department service assigned by the department chair. Teaching opportunities in winter and summer may be available for additional compensation based on department needs and faculty interest. Compensation for the position will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated excellence in teaching effectiveness.
Department of Marketing
The Department of Marketing is a collegial group of dedicated professionals focused on conducting research with impact, enhancing the educational experience of our students, and generating positive visibility by means of their contributions. We currently have 12 full-time faculty members as of Fall 2025. Please go to https://business.lehigh.edu/departments/marketing to learn more about our faculty and programs. Our faculty members have demonstrated research excellence and leadership by indicators such as top journal publications, highly cited papers, significant research awards/honors, and visibility in the media. Our faculty exhibits evidence of excellence in teaching as indicated by student feedback and peer recognition. They also have an impactful record of internal and external service contributions.
College of Business
Approximately 1,700 undergraduates, 350 graduate students, and 98 full-time faculty members comprise the College of Business. In addition to offering degrees at the undergraduate level, the college also provides a flexible MBA that can be completed part-time, a one-year full-time MBA program, Masters in Applied Economics, Business Analytics, Financial Engineering, and Management, and an economics-based Ph.D. program. Dual degrees of specialty masters are also available. In addition, joint programs exist between business and engineering at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our programs have been recognized in various rankings. Please find additional details at https://business.lehigh.edu/.
Lehigh University
Founded in 1865, Lehigh University has combined outstanding academic and learning opportunities with leadership in fostering innovative research. Recognized among the nation's most selective, highly-ranked research universities, Lehigh offers a rigorous academic community for nearly 7,000 students. Lehigh University has some 5,000 undergraduates, 2,000 graduate students, and about 550 full-time faculty members. Lehigh University is located in Bethlehem, PA. Over 820,000 people live in the Lehigh Valley, which is in close proximity to Philadelphia (60 miles), New York City (90 miles), and Washington, D.C. (180 miles). The Lehigh Valley is economically vibrant and provides the best of urban, suburban, and rural living (low cost of living, open space, and a rich array of cultural activities in the area and nearby). Lehigh Valley International Airport, served by most major airlines, is 6 miles from campus.
Qualifications
Qualifications for the position include a doctorate in Marketing or a closely related field from an AACSB or equivalently accredited university by commencement of employment, as well as one year of relevant teaching experience. Candidates from industries are also welcome to apply and should have a master’s degree in marketing or a closely related field and at least ten years of experience in marketing analytics or closely related fields.
Application and Selection Process
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please provide the following: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching statement (including evidence of effective teaching such as past teaching evaluations or related industry training experience), and (4) names and contact information for three references. If you have any questions, please contact marketing@lehigh.edu.
We will conduct preliminary interviews using appropriate video technology at mutually convenient times. Finalists will be required to visit the campus.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national origin (including shared ancestry), pregnancy or related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University is committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse academic community and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to this mission. Lehigh University provides competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including domestic partner benefits, and supports faculty members’ work/life balance.
The position is open to both academics and industry professionals with a focus on marketing analytics. Successful candidates will design and teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate marketing courses, including marketing analytics, artificial intelligence, and other data-related topics. They should be open to in-person, remote, and hybrid teaching modalities as needed.
While the position is not tenurable, faculty hired at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professors who develop excellent records in the areas of teaching and service are expected to become eligible for consideration for promotion to the rank of Teaching Associate Professor, and ultimately to the rank of Teaching Full Professor.
Selected candidates will be responsible for teaching eight courses per academic year (typically, 4 three credit courses per semester). They are also expected to be highly engaged and committed members of the marketing department and will be involved in undergraduate and graduate teaching, curriculum development, student advising, and department service assigned by the department chair. Teaching opportunities in winter and summer may be available for additional compensation based on department needs and faculty interest. Compensation for the position will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated excellence in teaching effectiveness.
Department of Marketing
The Department of Marketing is a collegial group of dedicated professionals focused on conducting research with impact, enhancing the educational experience of our students, and generating positive visibility by means of their contributions. We currently have 12 full-time faculty members as of Fall 2025. Please go to https://business.lehigh.edu/departments/marketing to learn more about our faculty and programs. Our faculty members have demonstrated research excellence and leadership by indicators such as top journal publications, highly cited papers, significant research awards/honors, and visibility in the media. Our faculty exhibits evidence of excellence in teaching as indicated by student feedback and peer recognition. They also have an impactful record of internal and external service contributions.
College of Business
Approximately 1,700 undergraduates, 350 graduate students, and 98 full-time faculty members comprise the College of Business. In addition to offering degrees at the undergraduate level, the college also provides a flexible MBA that can be completed part-time, a one-year full-time MBA program, Masters in Applied Economics, Business Analytics, Financial Engineering, and Management, and an economics-based Ph.D. program. Dual degrees of specialty masters are also available. In addition, joint programs exist between business and engineering at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our programs have been recognized in various rankings. Please find additional details at https://business.lehigh.edu/.
Lehigh University
Founded in 1865, Lehigh University has combined outstanding academic and learning opportunities with leadership in fostering innovative research. Recognized among the nation's most selective, highly-ranked research universities, Lehigh offers a rigorous academic community for nearly 7,000 students. Lehigh University has some 5,000 undergraduates, 2,000 graduate students, and about 550 full-time faculty members. Lehigh University is located in Bethlehem, PA. Over 820,000 people live in the Lehigh Valley, which is in close proximity to Philadelphia (60 miles), New York City (90 miles), and Washington, D.C. (180 miles). The Lehigh Valley is economically vibrant and provides the best of urban, suburban, and rural living (low cost of living, open space, and a rich array of cultural activities in the area and nearby). Lehigh Valley International Airport, served by most major airlines, is 6 miles from campus.
Qualifications
Qualifications for the position include a doctorate in Marketing or a closely related field from an AACSB or equivalently accredited university by commencement of employment, as well as one year of relevant teaching experience. Candidates from industries are also welcome to apply and should have a master’s degree in marketing or a closely related field and at least ten years of experience in marketing analytics or closely related fields.
Application and Selection Process
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please provide the following: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching statement (including evidence of effective teaching such as past teaching evaluations or related industry training experience), and (4) names and contact information for three references. If you have any questions, please contact marketing@lehigh.edu.
We will conduct preliminary interviews using appropriate video technology at mutually convenient times. Finalists will be required to visit the campus.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national origin (including shared ancestry), pregnancy or related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University is committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse academic community and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to this mission. Lehigh University provides competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including domestic partner benefits, and supports faculty members’ work/life balance.