Assistant Professor Management and Leadership

Assistant Professor Management and LeadershipJob Category: FacultyRequisition Number: ASSIS001282Posted: March 26, 2026Full TimeOn-siteRate: $85,000 USD per yearMonmouth University Main CampusWest Long Branch, NJMonmouth University is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor in Management & Leadership with a focus on Entrepreneurship, in the Leon Hess Business School for AY2027-20

• Applications received by June 25, 2026 will receive full consideration.The department prepares students for management and leadership positions in both the private and public sectors. Courses are taught by faculty members with strong academic and business experience. The faculty members stress the development of critical thinking, sophisticated communications skills, and a flexible managerial perspective.The ideal candidate will have a Doctoral degree in entrepreneurship; have practical work experience in the field of entrepreneurship; demonstrated effectiveness in teaching; knowledge and experience in strategic leadership, hospitality management, and/or franchising; evidence of scholarly activities; and familiarity in developing business partnerships.This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.For additional information about the School, please visit the https://www.monmouth.edu/business-school/ webpage.Additional Application Material Required:Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for Three Professional References
• Statement/Philosophy of Teaching
• Statement/Philosophy of Scholarship
• Unofficial TranscriptsOptional Documents:
• Up to Three Letters of Recommendation
• Other: Any additional evidence the candidate wishes to include, such as teaching effectiveness and student mentoringMinimum Qualifications:
• Doctoral degree in entrepreneurship or related field from an AACSB accredited institution (e.g., management, strategic management, innovation, or organizational behavior). ABD candidates will be considered; degree completion is required by date of hire.
• Evidence of scholarly activities in the area of entrepreneurship or related fields (e.g., publications; conference presentations).
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations.Preferred Qualifications:
• Practical work experience in the field of entrepreneurship.
• Knowledge and experience in strategic leadership, hospitality management, and/or franchising.
• Familiarity in developing business partnerships.
• Versatility and/or training in course delivery across diverse teaching modalities.Duties and Responsibilities:
• Expected to teach 12 credits at the graduate and/or undergraduate level per semester, but this requirement is reduced to 9 credits if the individual maintains currency as a “Scholarly Academic” as defined by the Leon Hess Business School's Policy on Faculty Classification and Engagement; Subject areas to be taught include entrepreneurship and small business management at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, but some flexibility in teaching other topics is desirable.
• Maintain scholarly currency as a “Scholarly Academic” as defined by the Leon Hess Business School's Policy on Faculty Classifications and Engagement in accordance with AACSB Standard
• In this regard, a “Scholarly Academic” is an active participating faculty member who generates research and scholarship artifacts that satisfy the point system requirements established and approved by the Leon Hess Business School Faculty
• Serve as the lead professor for the entrepreneurship course.
• Advise students within the management and leadership concentrations.Questions regarding this search should be directed to:Joseph McManus, Department Chair at mailto:[email protected] or 732-923-46
• Note to Applicants:Please keep in mind that a job posted as “Open until filled” may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.Working at Monmouth University perks - MU offers:
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (8% employer contribution)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits
• Tuition Remission for employee upon hire
• Tuition Remission for spouse or civil-union partner and IRS dependentafter one-year of full-time continuous employment
• Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Employer sponsored Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA, Telehealth and moreTo view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at: https://www.monmouth.edu/hr/benefits/Department:Management and Leadership in the Leon Hess Business SchoolWork Schedule:Monday through FridayTotal Weeks Per Year44Hours Per Week:36.25Expected Salary:$85,000 per CBAUnion:N/AJob Posting Close Date:Open until filledTo apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7033210Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the notice from the Department of Labor.Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.https://www.jobelephant.com/