Teaching Assistant Professor- Business Ethics – Department of General Business

The John Chambers College of Business & Economics, West Virginia University, located in Morgantown, WV, is seeking qualified applicants for a Teaching Assistant Professor position primarily focused on teaching Business Core (BCOR) courses in Business Ethics. The position is a full-time (1.00 FTE), non-tenure-track, 9-month appointment beginning in either January 2025 or August 2026.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teaching (80%):
  • Teach eight courses annually, primarily in BCOR Courses, though other undergraduate or graduate courses may be assigned based upon departmental needs.
  • Develop and deliver engaging, innovative, and effective teaching strategies to enhance student learning and success
• Service (20%):
  • Contribute service to the Kendrick Center for Ethical Leadership and Civic Engagement, supporting its mission through programming, outreach, and student engagement activities.
  • Participate in professional development and maintain a record of contributions that enhance the teaching mission of the College

• A PhD degree in Philosophy, Social Science, or a business-related field is required, or JD in Law.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the collegiate level.

• A strong commitment to student success, academic engagement, and innovative teaching practices.

  Application Process

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit the following items electronically via the WVU Faculty Jobs Board, WVUHire, at https://jobs.wvu.edu:

1. A letter of interest.
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. A philosophy of teaching statement.
4. Evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available (e.g., prior teaching evaluations, syllabi, etc.).

5. Contact information for three references.

   For specific questions, please contact Christopher Freiman, General Business Chair at Christopher.Freiman@mail.wvu.edu.

About the College
Founded in 1867, West Virginia University is the state’s primary land-grant comprehensive institution. The John Chambers College of Business & Economics is AACSB accredited and offers a variety of undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. programs. The College is located in Reynolds Hall, a state-of-the-art facility, providing faculty and students with the resources needed to thrive academically and professionally. More information about the college can be found at https://business.wvu.edu/.

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