Teaching Assistant Professor of Marketing

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Jul 29, 2025
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Closing Date: 09/15/2025 Type of Position:Faculty - Non-Tenure Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Academic Term (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: Yes Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations \| OEOC \| University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department:Marketing Department's Website: https://walton.uark.edu/departments/marketing/index.php Summary of Job Duties:The Department of Marketing in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor position to start Fall 2026. This non-tenure-track role offers a unique opportunity to join a nationally ranked business school located in one of the country's most dynamic business ecosystems. The successful candidate will teach to a 4/4 course load per academic year, primarily at the undergraduate level. Teaching responsibilities may include Consumer Behavior, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Research, and other courses based on departmental needs, with potential to teach in the Master of Science in Marketing program. The candidate will also contribute to service activities at the department, college, and university levels. Regular on-campus availability, in-person teaching, and active contribution to the life of the department, including exhibiting respect and cooperation in shared academic and administrative tasks are essential duties. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Business terminal degree (PhD or DBA) from an AACSB-accredited (or equivalent) college of business, conferred by the time the candidate begins the position Experience teaching at the university level Qualifications enabling them to be classified as a Scholarly Academic or Practice Academic under AACSB standards - this could include recent Ph.D. attainment, publications and/or sustained professional engagement through outreach, consulting, or other industry-facing activities Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. from an institution with an R1 Carnegie Classification, conferred by the time the candidate begins the position Evidence of high-quality undergraduate teaching in a business school Relevant industry work experience Active involvement in scholarly research and academic conference paper presentations Additional Information: The Sam M. Walton College of Business leverages strong industry partnerships to offer students rich, career-focused learning experiences across disciplines. The department has a robust portfolio of academic programs, including a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Master of Science in Marketing, and a Ph.D. in Marketing. The department supports the Walton College undergraduate strategic retail and professional sales programs. These programs are further supported by deep collaboration with leading companies in the region to enhance hands-on learning and reinforce the college's commitment to developing students' critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. Students ultimately benefit from the fact that Walton College faculty actively collaborate with companies such as Walmart, J.B. Hunt Transport Inc., Procter & Gamble, General Mills, Sam's Club, PepsiCo, and Saatchi & Saatchi X, as well as other leading organizations with a strong presence in Northwest Arkansas. These relationships create valuable opportunities for experiential learning, real-world insights, and career preparation. As of Fall 2025, the department includes25 full-time faculty membersand5-6 doctoral students in residence. Our full-time faculty have earned teaching awards, and our tenure-track faculty are also active research scholars, publishing in top tier marketing journals. Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Other (see special instructions for details) Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Ashish Sharma Assistant Professor of Marketing Sam M. Walton College of Business Asharma@walton.uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants should submit a letter of application, official teaching evaluations, and curriculum vita by September 15, 2025. Applications received by September 15, 2025 will receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The application letter and CV should include the following: * Evidence of interest or experience in teaching courses that incorporate experiential learning to assist businesses. * Working academic research papers and/or published academic research. * Applicants who expect to complete their Ph.D. by August 2026, should send a brief description of their dissertation and the expected timeline for completion. Completion of the doctoral degree is expected prior to employment for this position. Finalists will be required to submit three letters of reference. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:N/A Frequent Physical Activity:N/A Occasional Physical Activity:N/A Benefits Eligible:Yes