"Assistant Professor - Leadership Studies"

Assistant Professor - Leadership Studies

The Citadel's Department of Leadership Studies invites applications for full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty for the position of Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies. Join us as we open the new Krause School of Leadership & Ethics in Fall 2026.

The mission of the Department of Leadership Studies is to enhance the ability of students from any academic background and level of professional experience to perform effectively as principled leaders in all walks of life.

The Citadel offers general education leadership courses and an interdisciplinary undergraduate minor in leadership studies. The Leadership Studies Department offers a Master of Science leadership as well as certificates in leadership and military leadership at the graduate level. Teaching faculty serve on department and college committees.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Qualified applicants will have a completed a terminal degree at a regionally accredited university in an area related to leadership studies (e.g., nonprofit leadership, organization development, leadership development, ethical leadership, educational leadership, political leadership, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding and experience with different instructional pedagogies.
• Expertise teaching graduate students in an online environment.
• Post-doctoral experience with a demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Practical leadership experience in professional or community-based leadership roles.

Additional Comments:

Interested candidates should utilize the official online application website at http://www.citadel.edu/careers/. In addition to completing the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a philosophy of teaching statement.

All inquiries should be directed to the Human Resources Department at The Citadel. Initial screening of applicants will begin on February 15, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. The College offers competitive salaries and state government benefits. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job no: 496774

Work type: Full Time Permanent - Faculty

Location: Charleston

Categories: Leadership