| Location | Elizabeth City, NC |
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Posting Summary
Position Number 6086-0000-0000-534 Classification Title Assistant Professor Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Management/Entrepreneurship Division Academic Affairs Department/Unit Department of Business, Accounting, and Sport Management Section Business Administration Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Established in 1891, Elizabeth City State University is a constituent institution of The University of North Carolina. The University currently offers 27 undergraduate and 4 graduate programs of study in fields such as aviation and natural sciences, business administration, accounting, sport management, teaching and, visual and performing arts, mathematics and computer science, social sciences and other select professional and pre-professional areas. Known for its small class sizes and student-centered approach to educating undergraduates the University is located on the beautiful northeastern coast of North Carolina in the Historic town of Elizabeth City.
The Division of Academic Affairs provides leadership in developing and maintaining quality academic programs and support services that contribute to the achievement of the university's mission. The division strives to be recognized as a student-centered university with emphasis on excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarly activities; commitment to total student development; and outstanding service and engagement with local, regional, national and global communities.
Description of Work
The Department of Business, Accounting and Sport Management at Elizabeth City State University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty member (Assistant or Associate) in Management. The successful candidate will develop and deliver courses for traditional and virtual classrooms for undergraduate students in the Department. The Department is accredited by AACSB International, and the candidate is expected to meet the initial and sustaining qualifications as Scholarly Academic (SA) or Practicing Academic (PA). The successful applicant will be a dedicated teacher, active scholar, an effective advisor for students with varied background, preparation, and career goals.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
A Ph.D. from an accredited academic institution is required in one of the following fields: Management/ Business Administration with an emphasis in management; or a Ph.D. from an accredited academic institution in a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in areas of principles of management, entrepreneurship, leadership and teamwork, organizational behavior, and ethics. ABD doctoral candidates will be considered if the defense of the dissertation is expected to be completed before the start date of employment. Experiences in teaching principles of management, entrepreneurship, leadership and teamwork, organizational behavior, and ethics preferred. Publications in scholarly journals ranked by ABDC or Cabell's International in the discipline preferred.
Ability to teach in other related areas of business-like strategic management, and business research will be a plus.
Demonstrate effective communication skills.
Possess the ability to write grants and/or conduct and publish research.
Possess a commitment to collegiality when interacting with others in a diverse work environment.
Possess an enthusiasm for mentoring undergraduate students.
Possess a commitment to research and innovative problem-based teaching and experiential learning.
Minimum Training and Experience
A Doctorate degree is required.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
N/A
Management Preferences Position Recruitment Range Position Category Faculty Position Status Permanent Full Time FLSA Exempt
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number EHRA00617P Job Open Date 08/21/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
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