Department/Organization
206801 - Management
Rank
Instructor
Position Summary
The Culverhouse College of Business at the University of Alabama is seeking candidates for a non-tenure track instructor to teach undergraduate and graduate classes in entrepreneurship and strategic management.
Detailed Position Information
The Culverhouse College of Business at the University of Alabama is seeking candidates for a non-tenure track instructor. The position holder will primarily teach undergraduate and graduate classes in entrepreneurship and strategic management. Responsibilities also include service components like sponsoring student activity groups, serving on department, college, and/or university level committees, and supporting the mission of the Management Department, the College and University.
Experience in entrepreneurship and strategic management is essential. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: — Teaching undergraduate and graduate-level Entrepreneurship courses — Teaching undergraduate and graduate level Strategic Management courses — Teaching other Management courses as necessary to support the mission of the Management Department — Actively engaging in service activities supporting the mission of the Management Department, the College and University.
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of experience as an entrepreneur and/or experience in strategic management or a related position, and at least a master’s degree in business or a related field with significant graduate coursework in business-related disciplines. Candidates with a management/business related Ph.D., DBA, or JD are also encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications
Senior executive or previous Small-business owner. Experience in private or public sector work (i.e., community development). Previous university teaching experience. Strong collaborative skills, the ability to multitask and mentor college students, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Candidates must apply online at https://careers.ua.edu and attach a curriculum vitae and three references. Required documents not attached at time of application will disqualify application. Review of applicants will begin immediately. Application deadline is 06/28/2024 or until filled.
About the Division/College/School
The Culverhouse College of Business is home to an inclusive community, committed to personal engagement, and dedicated to shaping the future of business through excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Continuously accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) since 1929, Culverhouse is among the leading public business schools in the country.
The College offers degree programs at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels distributed across five academic departments and the Manderson Graduate School of Business.
Some of its many distinctive programs and labs include the STEM and CREATE Path to the MBA, a value investing library and trading room, a behavioral research lab, and a center focused on data analytics.
About the University
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state’s flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus.
A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. The University of Alabama has R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity status by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and is among the top doctoral research universities in the United States.
As the state’s largest higher education institution, UA drives economic growth in Alabama and beyond.
About Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa is so much more than a college town.
It's a vibrant community that’s filled with legendary history. Located along the Black Warrior River, the city features a walkable downtown that’s complete with live music, locally owned shops, outdoor spaces to explore and local restaurants to meet every palate. With a geography ranging from suburban to rural, the area offers a variety of housing options along with excellent public and private schools and a wealth of recreational and entertainment options.
With a metro area population of 235,000, the Druid City lies about an hour southwest of Birmingham, in west-central Alabama. It’s within a few hours’ drive of Gulf Coast beaches and major cities like Nashville, New Orleans and Atlanta, making it a great base for growing better acquainted with the South’s finest offerings.
Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
