About Us As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) isa welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Throughexcellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students,our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, universitymission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practicecivility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for theadvancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's CoreValues. Blazer Creed Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutualrespect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the corevalues of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As membersof this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University. Civility

• A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being. Integrity
• Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the contextof our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty. Citizenship
• Every Blazer has an interest in thewell-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who needhelp.

As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship . Job Summary The Department of Management and Marketing in the Langdale Collegeof Business Administration seeks applicants for a tenure track faculty position beginning August 1, 2027 (A starting date of January 1,2027, may be considered.). The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the candidate's area of expertise, maintainingscholarly productivity, and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels. The Langdale College ofBusiness Administration programs are accredited by AACSB, placing the College among the top 5% of business colleges worldwide. The facultyin the Department of Management and Marketing cultivates a learning environment that emphasizes experiential learning, fosters criticalthinking, and equips students with the creative and analytical abilities necessary for career success. Hence, our primary emphasis lies inrecruiting faculty members who uphold this exceptional level of excellence in teaching and whose research is characterized by novelty andapplicability.

APPLICATION PROCESS

An online application is required. Review of completed applications willbegin October 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants will be required to attach the following to their onlineapplication: CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official InternationalCourse-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references Formore information on the position contact Dr. Jie Driskell, Head, via email at jgfowler@valdosta.edu Responsibilities Theresponsibilities of the position support the mission and goals of Langdale College of Business Administration, Department of Management andMarketing including: Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses. Teaching assignments will be based on departmental needsand

SACSCOC/AACSB

Faculty Credentials Guidelines. Engaging in quality scholarly activities consistent with AACSBaccreditation. Actively participating in various departmental, college, and university activities, includingparticipating in student org activities such as AMA VSU chapter.

Typical Allocation of Duties:

Teaching and scholarship

• 80% Teaches classes and conducts/presents research in the employee's academicdiscipline. Service
• 20% Participates in service at the department, college, and universitylevels.

Required Qualifications A Terminal/Doctorate degree in marketing from an AACSBaccredited institution Qualify as a Scholarly Academic by AACSB standards by time of appointment Demonstrated commitment toexcellence in teaching and services, as well as scholarship Preferred Qualifications Arecord of effective teaching appropriate to the applicant's career stage Ability to work effectively in a collaborativesetting Experience teaching on-line/hybrid courses and face to face courses Experience in teaching marketing courses withpreference for Digital Marketing, Marketing Research, and MBA. Conditions of Employment Applicants are required to provide: professional references with current contact information documentation ofacademic credentials employment history Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the rightto: ask candidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screeningprocess and prior to a conditional offer of employment, view social media outlets, and remove job postings withoutadditional notification.

Employment is contingent upon:

successful completion of a background checkinvestigation, including a criminal background check reference checks Employment may also be contingent upon thejob-based requirements if applicable for your position: satisfactory credit check successful completion of a MotorVehicle Report (MVR) pre-employment drug testing confirmation of credentials After initial hiring,employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training: New employee orientation

VSU'sAnnual Compliance Training:

USG Ethics Policy Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy Drug FreeWorkplace Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Motor VehiclePolicy Workers Compensation (new hires) Georgia Open Records Act (new hires) USG Cybersecurity Training(required twice yearly) Job-specific training such as: FMLA and Worker's Compensation, Budget Manager training,Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving Equal Employment Opportunity Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminateagainst any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, nationalorigin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.