Professor of Business Administration

William Woods University invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Business Administration . Primary teaching areas include Business, Leadership, Ethics, Management, and Strategy. This position supports undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs through teaching, scholarship, and dissertation supervision. The role includes both on-ground instruction at the Fulton, Missouri campus and online teaching responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral courses in business administration in both on-ground and online formats. Maintain a standard teaching load of 9 credit hours per semester. Chair a minimum of three doctoral dissertation committees per semester (six annually), providing mentorship and oversight through completion. Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives. Engage in service activities that support the mission of the School, University, and broader academic community. Scholarship Expectations Demonstrate engagement in scholarly activity, with preference given to candidates with an established record of peer-reviewed publications. Maintain ongoing contributions to the field through research, presentations, or applied scholarship aligned with institutional priorities.

Position Requirements:

Doctoral degree in Business Administration or a closely related discipline is required. Evidence of teaching effectiveness in higher education is preferred. Experience teaching across multiple modalities (on-ground and online) is preferred. Demonstrated ability to supervise doctoral research is highly desirable. Strong commitment to student success, academic excellence, and collegial collaboration. Proficiency in using learning management systems such as Brightspace (D2L) or equivalent. Application Requirements Qualified applicants must submit: Letter of interest Curriculum vitae Unofficial transcripts Contact information for three professional references

Salary:

$53,000 - $58,000. Depending on whether appointed as an Assistant or Associate Professor.

Typical Physical Demands:

Ability to climb several flights of stairs several times each day. Ability to lift, push or pull up to 20 pounds. Ability to sit or stand for long periods. Ability to speak and read English fluently. Must possess a Missouri driver's license and adhere to the WWU vehicle policy. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Schedule:

WWU provides employees and their dependents with an opportunity to enroll in undergraduate, master's or doctoral coursework for credit at the university at a free or reduced cost. Employees interested in undergraduate degrees are eligible upon completion of three months of service. Master's or doctoral (including EDS) level degrees begin upon completion of six months of service. William Woods University promotes a student-centered learning environment valuing inclusion, creativity, and intellectual inquiry. Focused on professions-oriented education, we prepare learners for success. William Woods University is an independent institution chartered by the State of Missouri with main campus facilities in Fulton, MO. It has been operating continuously since 1870, taking its current form as a coeducational university with undergraduate and graduate programs in 1993. Today, William Woods draws approximately 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students from 35 states and approximately 11 foreign countries. William Woods has been ranked as a Top 100 Midwest University by U.S. News and World Report, and has been recognized for the quality and affordability of its online degree programs. With a full liberal arts curriculum, William Woods also offers a strong professional tradition, with nationally ranked programs in Equestrian Studies and American Sign Language. Its graduate education program figures strongly in the administration and leadership of Missouri's state school system. William Woods University is governed by a self-perpetuating board of trustees, and remains committed to serving the public good by helping students link intellectual development with the responsibilities of citizenship and professional life. William Woods University is an Equal Opportunity Employer