University of Nebraska-Lincoln
College of Business Administration
Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Practice in Management
The Department of Management in the College of Business Administration invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Practice beginning in August 2015. Professors of Practice (regardless of rank) are hired on multi-year contracts that are renewable subject to performance. Teaching responsibilities typically will be 12 hours per semester. This will be an academic year (nine month) appointment and the salary is competitive.
The faculty member will be an integral part of the Department's and College's long-term commitment to teaching excellence, and will be expected to teach a variety of courses at the undergraduate level in the areas of Strategy, OB, and HR. Professors of Practice often serve as advisors for student organizations and activities in the College of Business Administration and should possess a genuine interest in undergraduate life experiences on campus. A successful candidate will also be committed to taking leadership in the College of Business Administration with respect to advancing emerging teaching models for medium to large section classes (65-300+ students), and promoting those methods and strategies to other faculty. Commitment to advancing the scholarship of teaching through seminars and participation in teaching organizations is desirable.
Requires a doctorate in Management or related field or at the time of appointment must have completed all of the requirements for a Ph.D. in Management or related field. Demonstrated ability to teach college level courses, including large lecture sections of undergraduate courses and demonstrated competency in classroom management techniques, creative course design, and varied models for the assessment of learning are also required.
Preference will be given to those demonstrating excellence in teaching Management at the college level; passion for teaching and engaging students in learning experiences that not only builds their competencies but also prepares them to put into practice the theories, perspectives and behaviors of ethical contributors to society; experience with civic engagement/service learning components to provide students with direct application of learning; and experience with or the willingness to incorporate blended (on-line and face-to-face) methods.
About the College of Business Administration
The college is in a period of tremendous growth. Enrollments have risen dramatically in the last four years, 34 new faculty have been hired, and new resources have enabled continued faculty hiring. Plans are underway for the construction of a new 240,000 square foot state-of-the art CBA building. Increased support for research and close proximity to thriving business communities of Omaha and Lincoln help advance the college's research goals. The college prides itself in being an open and collaborative community. Visit the CBA webpage http://cba.unl.edu/
Why Life in Lincoln is Right
Lincoln, population 262,000 of the most genuinely happy people you will ever meet, is known for its college-town atmosphere and is the 3rd largest city in the Big Ten. Lincoln was recently named one of the top five emerging entrepreneurial hotspots in America by Entrepreneurship Magazine and received Google's 2013 E-City Award for its strong online business community. Lincoln offers the attractions and entertainment opportunities of a metropolitan area. Accolades also include a #9 ranking in Forbes 2012 listing of American's Most Livable Cities, #1 among U.S. cities in the Gallup-Healthways 2013 Well-Being Index, and #4 ranking in Children's Health Magazine's 2012 listing of best places to raise a family. Lincoln boasts low unemployment, low cost of living, and low crime. A strong vision for growth, vibrant downtown, extensive bike trails, numerous golf courses and parks, a wide variety of restaurants, shops and museums, and top college sports teams, help make Lincoln a desirable community. Visit http://www.lcoc.com for more information.
How to Apply
For complete details and to apply go to http://employment.unl.edu and search for requisition F_140100. Click on "Apply to this job." Complete the application and send the following documents to Department of Management Searches at cbamngt@unl.edu: 1) a letter of interest, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a list of three references with contact information, 4) evidence of teaching experience and ability. These documents are required for a complete file.
Applicant review will begin September 15, 2014 and continue until the position is filled. Only complete files will be reviewed.
For questions regarding the position, contact Search Chair Dr. Dennis Duchon at dduchon2@unl.edu. For questions regarding the application process, contact Melissa Lewis at mlewis10@unl.edu.
Career Fair at The Academy Of Management Conference
We will be talking with candidates at the upcoming Academy of Management Meetings. If you are interested in talking with us about our faculty opportunities, please send your curriculum vitae to Jenna Pieper at jpieper@unl.edu by Thursday July 31, 2014.
The University of Nebraska has an active National Science Foundation ADVANCE gender equity program, and is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.
Varkey K. Titus Jr., Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Management
College of Business Administration
University of Nebraska
vtitusjr2@unl.edu
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