"Instructor of Marketing"

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Position TitleInstructor of MarketingAbout this OpportunityThe Department of Marketing welcomes applicants for part-time adjunct faculty instructors. Ball State University and Our Pledge for the FutureDestination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University’s ambitious goals for our second century:

• We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student.

• We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors.

• We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni.

And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values, we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive.

Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.

Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.

Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Our Statement on InclusivenessAt Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.

• Affordable Healthcare

• Retirement

• Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Professional Development

To learn about other faculty opportunities at Ball State University, please visit the following link:Ball State Faculty OpportunitiesLive Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-workThere's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:IN IndianaAppointment TypeNon-Tenure-track/ContractLength of AppointmentPT SemesterDescriptionThe Department of Marketing is soliciting prospective part-time adjunct faculty for the Fall 2024 semester. Potential areas of instruction are Digital Marketing, Marketing Principles, Social Media Marketing, and Marketing Communications.

Minimum QualificationsA Bachelor’s degree in business/marketing or related discipline from an accredited institution with 10 years of related professional work experience to the course(s) to be taught.

Authorization to work in the USCandidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in business/marketing or related discipline from an accredited institution with 5 years of related professional work experience in a marketing area to the course(s) to be taught.Required Certifications/LicensuresPre-Employment ScreeningRequires successful completion of a background check.Position Title(s) SupervisedNoneEEO StatementBall State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.DepartmentMarketing:300070College/Department InformationDepartment Email or Phone Numberrwahlers@bsu.edu

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number202401289FNumber of Vacancies1Desired Start Date08/19/2024Position End Date12/19/2024Posting Date05/22/2024Applications Accepted Through Date06/22/2024Open Until FilledNoConsideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)Information regarding transcriptsThe option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.Special Instructions SummaryInformation for Applications Requiring a Cover LetterIn support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’Search Committee Chair Name and Contact InformationFor inquiries regarding this vacancy, please contact Russell Wahlers, marketing@bsu.edu.

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Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

1. Undergraduate Transcripts
2. Master's Transcripts
3. Doctorate Transcripts
4. Letter of Recommendation 1