Assistant Professor of Business

About the role

The Assistant Professor of Business provides the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, advising, professional development, and institutional and community service.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach Business courses according to the University's workload policy.
• Develop syllabi that clearly outline the course requirements, rationale, goals, and objectives. Submits digital copies of syllabi to the Department Chair.
• Selects textbooks and other resource materials for the class.
• Prepares class sessions and assignments to help students grasp course content and how it integrates with overall student learning outcomes for the course.
• Creates a learning environment that encourages student involvement and participation.
• Documents students’ attendance, participation, and academic progress by giving and grading assignments, projects, quizzes, and examinations that lead to a final grade.
• Maintains posted office hours and participates in University sponsored events.
• Participates in and contributes to curriculum development by planning, developing, and evaluating new and existing courses.
• When called upon, functions as an academic advisor, counseling students about courses, academic sequence, and program selections.
• Participates in faculty meetings.
• Continues professional development and growth.
• Participates in the development and implementation of academic policies, guiding principles, objectives, and functions by the mission of the University.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s degree in Business or a related field from an accredited university or a Master’s Degree with 18 hours in the discipline.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Computer skills are necessary.
• Strong attention to detail is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Online teaching experience.
• Two to three years of successful teaching and instructional design experience at the college level.
• Advocate for students and committed to diversity.
• Earned doctorate in Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, or Education.

Compensation

$55,014

Type

Full-time

Application Deadline

Review of applications begins July 10, 2026 and continues until position is filled.

How to Apply

The application can be filled out online at SUSLA's Application for Employment. *Note: If you are an internal candidate, please fill out the Internal Employment Application.

Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.

Criminal Background Check and Reference Verification

Criminal background check and reference verification is required.