"Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Business Management"

East Stroudsburg University's Department of Business Management is looking for a Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Business Management. Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU's proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careers and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country's largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun.

The Assistant/Associate Professor of Business Management must be able to teach multiple subdisciplines of Management at both the bachelors and masters levels. Ability to teach other business disciplines is a plus as is industry experience. Ability to teach both in person and using distance education is preferred. Final determination will be based upon a successful interview, which will include a teaching demonstration.

To be successful in this position, candidates must be able to teach both undergraduate and graduate students, to develop syllabi and to advise students on their academic programs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and update course syllabi aligned with departmental AACSB standards.
• Teaches assigned undergraduate and graduate business management courses.
• Assess student learning outcomes and implements pedagogical improvements.
• Provides academic advising and supports students' academic and career planning.
• Engage in scholarly activity through research, publications, or professional contributions that maintain AACSM academic qualifications
• Participates in departmental, college, and university committees.
• Contributes to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Management or Business Administration with a concentration in Management from an AACSB-accredited university.
• Candidates holding a Ph.D. or D.B.A. in a closely related field will be considered and will be required to achieve AACSB academic qualification within 2 years.
• Candidates who are ABD will be considered but will need to complete their dissertation defenses by August 2026.
• Ability to teach multiple business management subdisciplines both in-person and distance education formats.
• Candidates should be able to think critically and apply critical thinking skills to solve problems independently, make independent decisions that support the needs of the University and its students.
• Technical skills: Excel (formulas, pivot tables, graphs); learning management systems (e.g., D2L, Canvas); Word (reports, formatting); MS Teams.
• Able to read, write, and comprehend English; able to follow verbal instructions.

What We Offer:

• Outstanding benefits package including medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid leave
• Family Tuition waivers: Every full-time employee will receive a full tuition waiver for all ESU courses for themselves, spouse/domestic partner, and children. Every full-time employee will receive 50% tuition waiver at all PASSHE universities for themselves, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• Optional membership to PSECU Credit Union
• Community commitment to living by the Warrior Code:
  • Accountable for One's Actions
  • Positive, Honest, and Loyal
  • Committed to Self-Growth
  • Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good
  • Respectful of the Environment and Community
  • Dedicated to Empowering Others

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Applicants must apply through the ESU Job Portal and are required to attach the following to the online application: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required before the appointment), and contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references. Upload all documents to the online application. Final selection will be based on a review of the candidate's vita and a successful interview (If conducted by the search committee). Only confidential reference letters are accepted at askhr@esu.edu. All candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States and official transcripts at the time of employment.

Must be at least 18 years old and have English literacy skills. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment/degree verifications. We are proud that ESU is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm