Assistant Professor of Marketing

Schedule: Schedule will vary from quarter to quarter to fulfill the position's responsibilities. Assignments may include evening classes. Term of Appointment: 9 Months Job Summary The School of Business, in the College of Professional Programs at Eastern Washington University, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Marketing to begin September 16, 2027. EWU is a regional, comprehensive institution where excellent teaching must be supplemented with an appropriate research program. The successful candidate is expected to publish high-quality, impactful research in peer-reviewed academic journals in the field of Marketing and exhibit effective teaching, curriculum development, and pedagogical innovation. The primary teaching area for this position will be topics in Marketing (i.e., Marketing Research, Digital Marketing, and Marketing Management) in the undergraduate and MBA programs. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in-person and online courses to a diverse student body. Additional responsibilities include advising students, participation in student-learning assessment, and service to the university, college, department, and the field of Marketing. EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position. About the School of Business The School of Business was established in 1965. It delivers an accessible, experiential, and innovative education to prepare students for leadership and professional success in a dynamic global economy. Located in the greater Spokane-Cheney area, the Business School provides an engaging learning environment that connects students with the regional business community. Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), the Business School offers a comprehensive portfolio of undergraduate majors, including Management, Human Resource Management, International Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, Information Systems & Business Analytics, and Professional Accounting, as well as an MBA program and a Master of Accounting program. Faculty are active scholars and dedicated teachers who value collaboration and innovation in both pedagogy and research. The School of Business strives to foster a supportive academic community that values both scholarly excellence and practical impact. Our location in the greater Spokane-Cheney region provides unique opportunities to engage with growing industries and vibrant business networks across Eastern Washington and the Inland Northwest. EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position. The salary for this position is $124,021. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers fringe benefits such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/insurance/ . Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on November 1, 2026. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified. Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. About Eastern Washington University Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region's polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a '26-'27 College of Distinction (CoD). Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2026. Tribal Land Acknowledgement At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land. Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community. At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes. From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university. Equal Opportunity Statement EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws. Conditions of Employment This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs. This position is covered by the United Faculty of Eastern Washington University Collective Bargaining Agreement: SPRES-SHW1126081011160 After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training and asynchronous New Employee Orientation. Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies. Physical Demands Contact Human Resources at jobs@ewu.edu to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands. Protective Equipment University, local, regional, and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed. Required Qualifications Applicants must have a PhD or DBA degree in Marketing or closely related Business disciplines from an AACSB accredited program. ABD candidates close to degree completion will be considered; PhD must be earned by September 16, 2027 Established record of publishing research in peer-reviewed Marketing journals or potential for high-quality impactful scholarly research in Marketing Evidence of a promising pipeline of research in-progress in an area relevant to Marketing Evidence of meeting Scholarly Academic designation under AACSB standards (recent publications in Marketing or recent Ph.D.) Evidence of excellence in teaching in Marketing, or a related discipline Ability to teach Marketing Research, Digital and Social Media Marketing, and Marketing Management courses at undergraduate and/or graduate level Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, faculty, and administration Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive of the needs including universal access of our students, faculty, staff and the public Preferred Qualifications A record of publications in high-quality journals and papers presented at major conferences Evidence of effective teaching in the areas of Marketing Experience teaching courses in an online mode Extensive knowledge of quantitative marketing methodologies, supported by experience with current industry-standard software and analytical tools Evidence of excellence in teaching courses in an online mode Evidence of ability in curriculum development Evidence of engagement with and service to the profession and field Special Instructions to Applicants It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process. Required documentation includes all of the items listed below. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide the information in a bulleted list or as a table within your cover letter. Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application). Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable. Mission Statement Response - EWU's mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission? Please do not upload resumes that include photos of yourself. Proposed Job Duties & Responsibilities Responsibilities and Expectations A Faculty Activity Plan will be developed by the end of the first quarter of the selected candidate's appointment, and will consist of a combination of teaching, research, and service and/or release time to perform administrative duties, as negotiated and as needed to meet the business needs of the department. Teaching workload for Assistant Professors typically includes up to 28 credits of teaching across the academic year (mid-September through mid-June); however, the teaching load might be up to 36 credits, subject to department needs and AACSB qualification status. Teaching includes the following additional responsibilities as defined in the Eastern Washington University Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) 7.8.2(a) Teaching: All faculty are expected to be current in their field or discipline and maintain methods of professional practice or performance. Each faculty member is responsible for meeting all scheduled classes. Each faculty member is also responsible for planning, organizing, and informing students of the course content, texts, readings, assignments, attendance regulations and methods of evaluation including grading scales. All faculty are required to provide textbook and other course material adoption information to the EWU bookstore on the timeline established by the bookstore under the authority of RCW 28B.10.590. All faculty are responsible for scheduling and attending office hours to meet the needs of students as identified in department plans. All faculty are responsible for turning in grades according to the deadline established by the registrar's office. Tenured and tenure-track faculty are expected to advise students who are declared majors in their department on department, college and University requirements and career opportunities in their disciplines. Additional Responsibilities/Duties Contribute to program, college, and university committees. Participate in the leadership of local, state, and regional professional organizations. Collect, retain, and disseminate course and program data for accrediting bodies and to maintain professional standards. Collaborate with colleagues in utilization of creativity and best practice knowledge in curriculum development, classroom instruction, and student supervision. Pursue productive research, scholarship and/or creative activities, including professional activities leading to publication, performance, and/or formal presentation in the field. Pursue research funding through grant development. Mentor student portfolio development. Additionally, all faculty are expected to engage in effective teaching and assessment of student learning. To apply, visit https://jobs.ewu.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-marketing-f99745-cheney-washington-united-states