Candidates will be evaluated in the following areas:
Research:
- Candidates should have a strong record of research,
demonstrable through existing publications in top-tier academic
journals and an active research pipeline. Areas of interest include
broad topics related to entrepreneurship and related areas. The
ideal candidate will have a nationally recognized research profile
in Entrepreneurship and will be expected to maintain a high-quality
research agenda while mentoring junior faculty members in their
research efforts.
Teaching:
- Candidates are expected to teach a variety of undergraduate
and/or graduate entrepreneurship courses, such as experiential
entrepreneurship, new product development, intrapreneurship, and
small business management. This position offers the opportunity to
serve as a lead faculty member in these programs and collaborate
with the Director of UMSL EIC to develop hands-on educational
opportunities for students and aspiring entrepreneurs from diverse
backgrounds.
Service:
- High-quality service to the Department, College, University,
and profession is expected. Preferred candidates will actively
engage with regional or national entrepreneurial ecosystem
stakeholders and participate in university entrepreneurial
initiatives.
Engagement:
- The professor will engage the community to promote leadership
opportunities for women at all levels of academic, entrepreneurial,
cultural, and public service enterprises. The engagement may
include the Sue Shear Institute for Women in Leadership, the
Institute for Women’s and Gender Studies, and the Des Lee
Collaborative at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and other
community partners.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification
Applicants must have completed a doctoral degree in
entrepreneurship or a related field by the time of appointment.
Must have tenured status.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A strong record of research with publications in top-tier
academic journals.
- Teaching excellence in entrepreneurship and related areas,
across undergraduate, masters, doctoral, and professional
education.
- Collegiality and commitment to collaboration with colleagues,
including mentoring junior faculty.
- Excellent communication and community engagement skills.
Evidence of service and leadership in professional
associations.
Application Materials
Applicants should address all requirements by uploading the
following:
- A cover letter describing fit for the position across research,
teaching, and service as described above;
- A curriculum vitae;
- Names/contact info of three references;
- A statement of research interests;
- Two sample publications (published or in progress);
- A teaching philosophy statement and teaching evaluations.
The application and recommendation letters should address the
research/teaching/service activities that define the candidate’s
area(s) of expertise and interest.
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin October 2026 and continue until
the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed
by video conference and finalists will be invited for a Campus
Visit before an offer is made.
Contact: Dr. Perry Drake, Department Chair – Marketing and
Entrepreneurship (drakep@umsl.edu) or Dr. Gerald Gao, Associate
Dean of Research and Faculty Affairs ( gaogy@umsl.edu ).
Application Deadline
Applications will be reviewed beginning October 2026 but will be
accepted until the position is filled.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship may be available for this
position.
Other Information
As the metropolitan, land-grant, research institution serving the
most diverse and economically important region in Missouri, the
University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL) delivers exceptional
educational, research, and engagement experiences that inform,
prepare, challenge and inspire.
About the Marketing & Entrepreneurship Department: The
Marketing and Entrepreneurship Department at UMSL offers an
innovative curriculum, high-impact research, and community
involvement. In addition to publishing in top marketing and
management publications, the department has gained regional and
national recognition with initiatives such as the Midwest Digital
Marketing Conference and the Anchor Accelerator.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For
additional information on University benefits, please visit the
Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human
Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.
