Teaching Assistant/Associate/Professor - Managerial Studies

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

About the University of Illinois Chicago:

Located in the heart of Chicago, UIC is the city's largest university and a Tier 1 research institution. UIC is recognized as one of the nation's most ethnically, culturally, and economically diverse campuses and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI), and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). In the 2026 rankings of colleges and universities released by U.S. News & World Report, UIC was ranked 42nd overall among public schools in the U.S. and first in Illinois for social mobility. UIC was also ranked as the top university in Illinois for value and social mobility in the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S. ranking. UIC thus prides itself on its mission "to provide the broadest access to the highest levels of educational, research, and clinical excellence."

Position Summary

The University of Illinois Chicago College of Business Administration invites applications for an open-rank, non-tenure-track position as Teaching Assistant Professor, Teaching Associate Professor, or Teaching Professor in the Managerial Studies Department. UIC's Managerial Studies Department offers undergraduate degrees in Management, Human Resource Management, and Entrepreneurship, and teaches the integrated capstone course for undergraduate students in the College of Business. The department also covers various courses in the MBA programs, including courses in the new online MBA, as well as courses in the soon-to-be-launched online MSHRM program. The department seeks candidates passionate about teaching and promoting student success at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaching courses to undergraduate and/or graduate students
• Teaching responsibilities for the current openings include various courses within the areas of Business and Organization Management, Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management, Strategic Management, etc. Candidates with experience or interest in teaching topics in these and related areas are encouraged to apply. In addition, candidates who have experience with new and emerging data analysis tools and related decision-making in any teaching area should indicate this in their application.
• Providing service to the department, college, and university
• Contributing to the broader mission of the College through industry outreach, student engagement and activities, and professional development/scholarly activities
• Performing other professional and/or academic activities and special projects as assigned

Preferred and Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• To be considered for the positions, all three of the following qualifications are required:
• A doctorate/terminal degree in business or a related field.
• Past experience in effectively teaching management-related courses at a four-year college or university.
• A demonstrated record of professional and/or scholarly accomplishment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep connections to the Chicago Business Community
• Connection to and familiarity with the UIC Community

Application Details (to apply use the Apply Now button below.)

Application Instructions:

Please read the application instructions below carefully.

To Apply, please complete an online application at "Apply Now" and upload the required documents that are listed below (please limit your uploads to these documents):

1. Curriculum Vita (CV)
2. Cover letter highlighting teaching and other relevant professional experiences
3. Teaching Statement
4. Recent teaching evaluations (or a statement explaining why you don't have them)
5. Names and contact information for at least three professional references

The full link to apply is at: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/20555?c=uic.

Please note that once you have submitted your application, you will not be able to make any changes. To revise your application, you must withdraw and reapply. Please ensure the application is fully completed, and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date, as you will not be able to reapply after the posting close date.

Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

If you have questions, please contact Livia Markoczy, Search Committee Chair, at livmarko@uic.edu.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.