"Assistant Professor in Applied Leadership & Business Communication"

Assistant Professor in Applied Leadership & Business Communication

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Department: Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development - 260750

Minimum Qualifications

An earned doctorate in a related field is required.

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)

The program invites applications for this faculty position in Career and Technical Education/Organizational Leadership & Learning. The candidate should have expertise in Business Communications, International Business Communications, Cross-Cultural Communications, Data and Assessment, Learning Analytics, Professional Development, Organizational Learning and development, or closely related areas.

Candidates who can demonstrate the following are desired:

• Professional experience to facilitate students' application of principles and concepts related to business communications, cross-cultural communications, data and assessment, and learning analytics.
• Experience with in-person and online teaching/training/professional development.
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills.
• Applied professional experience in the discipline(s) being taught, demonstrating real-world knowledge and current industry practices.

Evidence of or potential for scholarship related to Career & Technical Education, Organizational Leadership and Learning, Business and Cross-Cultural Communications or related areas.

License/Certification Required: N/A

Description of the Department or Unit

The Department of Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development is one of five departments in the Reich College of Education, offering programs that prepare students for employment in a wide variety of teaching, administrative, and service roles, as well as employment or career advancement in business and industry. The department includes programs in Career and Technical Education; Organizational Leadership & Learning; Media, Technology and Learning Design; Library Science; International Leadership; and School Administration. The department serves students at the Boone Campus and the new Hickory campus, in addition to App State Online students.

The Organizational Leadership and Learning Flight Path Program is a project-based program designed to meet the needs of each student. All students will engage with universal concepts that apply to every career path, such as:

• Leadership and business foundations
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Career management
• Project management
• Professional learning and development
• Entrepreneurial thinking and innovative problem-solving
• Data analysis, digital literacy, and the use of technology in leadership

The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Program at Appalachian State University is comprised of seven areas of concentration, including six teaching concentrations. Each teaching concentration provides students with the opportunity to focus on middle and high school teaching while developing a greater depth of knowledge in a specific area of Career and Technical Education (CTE). Through experiential learning and relevant projects, students are challenged to develop a comprehensive knowledge base. Partnerships with programs across campus give CTE students the opportunity to work with discipline-specific experts while still learning the art of teaching.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching

• Extensive teaching in on-campus environments as well as hybrid and online courses.
• Develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses related to business communications, cross-cultural communications, data and assessment, learning analytics, leadership, and professional development.
• Create and update curriculum materials to reflect advancements in the field.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that encourages critical thinking and creativity.

Research and Scholarship

• Engage in high-impact research related to Career & Technical Education, Organizational Leadership and Learning, Business and Cross-Cultural Communications or related areas.
• Disseminate research findings through academic journals, conference presentations, public scholarship, or creative products.
• Pursue external funding opportunities to support research and creative projects.

Student Advising and Mentorship

• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, guiding them in their academic and career pursuits.

Service, Leadership, and Engagement

• Participate in departmental and institutional committees and contribute to academic program development.
• Collaborate with colleagues on innovative projects and initiatives.
• Engage with the broader academic and professional communities through outreach and service.

The successful candidate will sincerely commit to promoting the College's Strategic Vision, Mission, and Values. For more information, click here.

Proposed Date of Hire: 08/15/2026

Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins: 01/15/2026