F0058 - Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position in Entrepreneurship at Norfolk State University

 

The Norfolk State University School of Business seeks candidates for a tenure-track position in Entrepreneurship at the Assistant Professor level starting Spring (January 2025) or Fall (August 2025).

The School of Business has maintained Business accreditations from AACSB International since 1990, and offers three degrees: Bachelor of Science in Accountancy; Bachelor of Science in Business with concentrations in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Services, Management, Management Information Systems, and Marketing; and Bachelor of Science in Tourism and Hospitality Management.

Responsibilities:

The faculty member will be responsible for:

1. Teaching a range of courses and conducting research in Entrepreneurship.
2. Providing service at the departmental, school, university, and community levels.
3. Supporting the school’s commitment to maintain the AACSB International accreditation.

 

Requirements:

1. An earned doctorate in entrepreneurship or in business administration from an AACSB accredited institution with research and teaching experience related to entrepreneurship. A candidate who is ABD and within two years of defending his/her dissertation may be considered.
2. Be able to teach a business field in addition to entrepreneurship.
3. An applicant who received his/her Ph.D. degree five years ago or earlier should have at least two refereed journal articles and three other intellectual contributions in the most recent five years.
4. Entrepreneurial experience is a plus.
5. Excellent written and oral communications skills.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills, personal integrity, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity.

 

Salary:

Competitive and commensurate with credentials and experience.

 

Application Procedure:

Applicants should include a cover letter describing how their background, skills, and education match the needs of the university, along with curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted, but official transcripts required of finalists at a later stage), and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of at least three professional references. Applications should be submitted online.

 

Norfolk State University is an equal Opportunity Employer and is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for all students regardless of background. Candidates must include a diversity statement that reflects their commitment to diversity and inclusion and details their experience working with diversity initiatives and/or with students from underrepresented groups.

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The names of applicants will remain confidential except for those of the finalists who are invited to an interview. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (757) 823-8160.

 

Candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States of America prior to appointment.

 

Additional Considerations

As delineated above.

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Applicants should include a cover letter describing how their background, skills, and education match the needs of the university, along with curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted, but official transcripts required of finalists at a later stage), and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of at least three professional references. Applications should be submitted online.

Norfolk State University is an equal Opportunity Employer and is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for all students regardless of background. Candidates must include a diversity statement that reflects their commitment to diversity that reflects their commitment to diversity and inclusion and details their experience w