Management (AI) - Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor

About Sacred Heart University
As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; School of Computer Science & Engineering and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 391 Colleges: 2026 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2025 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre.


Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor (AI) – Management


Job Description
The Jack Welch College of Business & Technology invites applications for a full-time Visiting Faculty position in the Management program, with a focus on AI. This is a 4-4 teaching appointment designed for a dedicated educator who values direct student engagement and contributes to a vibrant academic community. This is a one-year, non-tenure track appointment with a Fall 2026 start.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in delivering high-quality instruction, supporting student development, and contributing to the continued growth and excellence of the Management program. This individual will deliver undergraduate and/or graduate courses in areas including Management, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, and Organizational Behavior.

Minimum requirements include:

• Earned doctorate in Management or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution (ABD will be considered)
• Demonstrated record of excellence in university-level teaching.
• Evidence of the capacity to contribute to high-quality research in the candidate’s discipline.

Preference will be given to candidates with:
• Research, work experience, or other evidence of strong interest in AI.
• Service contributions & leadership related to AI, to include support for initiatives at the program level (e.g. MBA), within the Department and College, and across the University.
• Relevant professional business experience.
• Experience developing courses, revising curriculum, and effectively utilizing online and digital learning platforms.
• Background in academic program growth, including curriculum planning, faculty collaboration, and new course or program design.
• Strong commitment to student-centered education, including mentoring and advising graduate students.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience guiding students through admissions processes, academic planning, and progression toward degree completion.

At Sacred Heart University, we take pride in our student-centered approach, emphasizing critical thinking, real-world applications, active student engagement, and preparing students for successful careers after college. You will be joining a close-knit faculty committed to excellence in education and actively contributing to scholarship in finance.

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: Qualified candidates are requested to electronically submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae including a list of courses taught (if any), a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if any). Three letters of reference and transcripts will be required from final candidates.
Application materials must be submitted using Sacred Heart University's online application process.

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Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.