"Instructor of Entrepreneurship (P00001403/R0081090)"

Job Details

The School of Business, Department of Management, Marketing, and Technology at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UA Little Rock) invites applications for an Instructor of Entrepreneurship position (P00001403/R0081090). This is a 9-month non-tenure track faculty position to begin August 16, 2026.

The School of Business is located in the economic heart of the state. Our students benefit from the School’s strategic partnerships with major corporations in Arkansas, as well as entrepreneurial ventures and government agencies. This gives our students unparalleled advantages for real-world opportunities and internships with top leaders in business and government. UA Little Rock’s School of Business offers eight undergraduate and two graduate degree programs as well as several minors and certificate programs across two departments, the Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance and the Department of Management, Marketing, and Technology. AACSB accredited; for more information related to the School of Business, please visit https://ualr.edu/business/.

The Department of Management, Marketing, and Technology offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for professional jobs in high-demand fields. Our programs emphasize student development of a strong foundation in technological, managerial, and professional skills. The department is made of 20 tenured and tenure-track faculty who share a collegial atmosphere and dedication to student success. Please visit https://ualr.edu/business/department-mmt/ for more information about the department.

An Instructor of Entrepreneurship (9-month) position is responsible for teaching 4 courses per semester (Fall and Spring) in the entrepreneurship curriculum (undergraduate and/or graduate) and serve as a champion for the program. The university expects instructional excellence and professional engagement appropriate for a school with AACSB accreditation of its undergraduate and graduate programs.

We are looking for a candidate with expertise in entrepreneurship and the ability to teach courses such as Venture Management/Decision Making, Entrepreneurial Perspectives, or related subjects across multiple modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, or online). We seek a candidate with significant experience mentoring and coaching student entrepreneurs and connecting them with local entrepreneurial resources. Experience working directly with entrepreneurs is strongly preferred, and an entrepreneurial mindset is essential for helping students engage with Little Rock’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree (MBA or MA/MS) from an AACSB-accredited institution;
• Professional work experience in industry or entrepreneurship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or D.B.A. degree from an AACSB-accredited school.
• Teaching experience.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach required courses per semester (fall and spring), of which 2 to 3 may be different courses;
  • Classes take place in the mornings, at night (1 night/week), and/or online;
  • During summers (subject to funding, department need, and availability) all full-time faculty members, including Instructors, may teach an additional 2 courses for 15% of their 9-month salary, over a 5-week period of time (7.5% per 3 credit hour course);
• Serve on University, College, School, and Department committees;
• Engage with regional business community;
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Materials:

• Cover letter;
• Curriculum Vitae;
• Names and contact information for 3 references.

All applicants must submit applications through UA Little Rock’s online application system. Additional information about this position and application requirements is available on the Human Resources’ website at https://ualr.edu/humanresources/jobs. Official transcripts will be required for hire.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. If you have any questions about the position, please email Dr. Yue Zhao (yzhao@ualr.edu). Incomplete applications will not be considered.