Assistant Teaching Professor, Business Communications

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Job Description

DESCRIPTION

Montclair State University invites applications for 2 Assistant Teaching Professors to teach the required undergraduate core business communication course in the Feliciano School of Business (course details can be found at http://catalog.montclair.edu/coursesaz/bcom/). This course emphasizes practical and applied communication skills for students pursuing business careers, focusing on written and oral communication skills.  Successful candidates will have a proven record of providing engaging instruction, actionable feedback, and real-world applications to enhance students' professional writing and presentation skills.

This position is a full-time, two-year, ten-month, non-tenure track appointment, with eligibility for reappointment based on established NTTP Procedures. The University is committed to the success of Teaching Faculty through opportunities for promotion and professional development to support long-term success and flourishing at the University. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. (or be ABD) in communications, business communications,  related discipline OR have completed a Master’s degree in one of these disciplines and earned extensive industry experience.  Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience teaching business communications or business writing or similar course at the undergraduate level and demonstrated excellence in teaching evidenced by peer and student evaluations. Relevant industry experience is highly valued.  Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching in a variety of modalities including  on-line, hybrid formats and in-person.  Qualified candidates will have a proven record of providing targeted, practical feedback to enhance professional writing and speaking.

The ideal candidate will have proficiency in audience-focused communication, with a strong understanding of tone, style, and conciseness in business writing, the ability to critique and coach public speaking skills, focusing on clarity, engagement, and professional delivery, and a commitment to student success and a collaborative teaching environment.

THE FELICIANO SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

The mission of the Feliciano School of Business is to transform today’s students into tomorrow’s business leaders.  The School, which is accredited by AACSB International, offers distinctive programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level including a BS in Business Analytics, BS in Business Administration (ten concentrations), BS in Accounting, BA in Economics, MBA, MS in Accounting, MS Business Analytics, MS Digital Marketing Analytics, MS Human Resource Analytics, and various graduate level certificates and minors and certificates for non-business students.  Among the school’s strengths are its world-class faculty and staff, diverse and driven student body, engaged alumni network, and strong corporate and institutional partnerships.  Both academics and program-related activities are focused on student success and providing experiential opportunities beyond the classroom. The Ellyn A. McColgan Center for Student Services offers students results-driven advising and career guidance and access to internships, co-ops, and mentorship support.  The School also houses the Center for Business Analytics and Innovative Technologies and the Feliciano Center for Entrepreneurship.  The Feliciano School of Business is highlighted in The Princeton Review’s Guide to the Best 295 Business Schools and ranked among the top part-time and online MBA programs by U.S. News and World Report and Fortune Magazine.  Nearly 105 full-time faculty and 35 staff members bring an impressive range of expertise to the