Taylor University is seeking applications and nominations of distinguished candidates to teach in the Department of Business in Marketing. This is a tenure-track position beginning August 2022. Appointment of rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS

PhD or DBA in Marketing or a closely related field is preferred. A strong interest in undergraduate teaching is required, and previous teaching, online course delivery, and/or postdoctoral experience are desired. Professional work experience and global engagement are also preferred. Candidates must also have a personal, vibrant faith and Christian walk, and be strongly committed to the educational mission and evangelical Christian orientation of the University.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will teach principles of marketing, as well as upper-divisional marketing courses in the areas of digital marketing, marketing analytics, and the candidate’s field of interest. Scholarly activity, professional service, student advising, faculty governance responsibilities, and chapel attendance are also required. Additionally, participation in departmental assessment and accreditation efforts are expected.

DEPARTMENT
The Business Department has ten full time and five part time faculty members. The department offers majors in accounting, finance, management, marketing and sport management, and offers both Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. There are approximately 300 students enrolled in these programs, making business the largest major group on campus. The programs have a practicum requirement and the curriculum includes project and experiential learning components. The faculty enjoy a strong collegial relationship and smaller classes that encourage student mentoring.

 
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION

Taylor University is a Christ-centered educational institution, and an evangelical, interdenominational covenant community committed to advancing life-long learning and ministering the redemptive love and truth of Jesus Christ to a world in need. Candidates will be expected to affirm and support by example the Taylor University Life Together Covenant and their belief in the Statement of Faith and other foundational documents. Taylor is distinctive in its commitment to both spiritual and intellectual development. Academic pursuits at Taylor are rigorous, demanding imagination, dedication and integrity from both students and faculty. As a Christian institution, Taylor University has highly capable, supportive faculty who recognize that all truth has its source in God. Taylor University carries out its mission and purposes primarily by offering undergraduate programs in its residential campus setting. The University also offers focused graduate programs that expand and complement curricular and institutional strengths. The University is located 60 miles northeast of Indianapolis and 50 miles south of Fort Wayne. The proximity to metropolitan areas provides numerous benefits, including access to specialized healthcare and cultural and entertainment opportunities including music, theater, art, professional athletics and commerce.

APPLICATION

Interested candidates should send an application letter, curriculum vita, and complete the application found at: https://jobs.taylor.edu/docs/FacultyApplication.doc

Materials should be addressed to: Dr. Nancy Dayton, Dean of Arts,
Humanities, Business, and Higher Education, and sent to academics@taylor.edu.

All materials will remain confidential. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
the position is filled. Taylor University complies with federal and state guidelines for nondiscrimination in employment.