"Assistant Professor of Business"

Job Details

Position Details: Randolph-Macon College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics, Business, and Accounting to begin September 7, 2026.

Institution Information: Randolph-Macon College is a nationally-recognized residential institution of about 1800 students located in Ashland, Virginia, just north of Richmond. Founded in 1830, the college offers a broad range of academic programs, including a graduate program in PA studies. The RMC curriculum, grounded in a liberal arts core, fosters intellectual growth and personal development, with a steadfast focus on helping students find and navigate pathways through college and to successful outcomes. With a commitment to inclusivity and hands-on learning, Randolph-Macon College provides an extraordinary educational experience – enhanced by exceptional athletic and extracurricular activities and supportive alumni – and prepares graduates for success in their chosen fields and in their lives.

The Department of Economics, Business, and Accounting offers major programs in all three disciplines. Minor programs in Accounting and Economics are also available. Students graduate with an excellent understanding of the complexity of business organizations and a strong foundation for graduate studies in accounting, business, and law.

Major/Essential Functions: Randolph-Macon College faculty teach, advise, conduct research and engage in scholarship, and serve the college and department. Primary teaching responsibilities will include a variety of undergraduate business courses, such as Organizational Behavior, Business Foundations, Strategic Management, Entrepreneurship, and contributions to general education, with opportunities to develop new courses that align with departmental needs and faculty expertise.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD, DBA, or other terminal degree (or equivalent) in Business or a closely related field (e.g. Organizational Studies, Management, or Leadership); we will consider candidates who have achieved ABD status and who will complete their degree by the start of Fall Term 2026 (September 7, 2026).
• Preparation to teach Organizational Behavior, Business Foundations, and Strategic Management courses.
• Teaching experience with demonstrated interest in undergraduate teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to pedagogical methods that support all learners in reaching their maximum potential.
• Expertise in Organizational Behavior

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching.
• Experience teaching Organizational Behavior and one or more of the following courses: Business Foundations and Strategic Management.
• A strong research agenda and evidence of professional activity.
• Prior work experience in the business profession.
• Ability to teach entrepreneurship.

Application Procedures: Please complete an online application at https://bit.ly/RMC0037 to include uploading the following as a single pdf addressed to Sabrina Granderson, Administrative Services Coordinator, no later than January 5, 2026.

The documents that must be uploaded include the following:

• A letter of application that addresses the position qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• A two-page statement of teaching experience and philosophy
• A brief (one-page) statement of research interests
• A brief (one-page) statement describing your interest in working with students, demonstrating commitment to pedagogical methods that support all learners in reaching their maximum potential.
• Transcripts (unofficial and scanned copies are acceptable);
• The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone.

For full consideration, applications must be received by January 5, 2026. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee.

Randolph-Macon College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

At this time, the college is unable to offer new visa sponsorship for this position.