Visiting Assistant Professor of Business - 3 Year

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Washington & Jefferson College invites applications for a three-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in business to begin July 1, 2026. We seek a dynamic and engaging individual who is passionate about undergraduate teaching related to marketing and entrepreneurship, and who is also excited and able to contribute to entrepreneurial outreach programs at our Ignite Center. The successful candidate will bring energy and expertise to both areas. Responsibilities in the undergraduate curriculum may include teaching electives in marketing and/or entrepreneurship, as well as one or more sections of our core marketing course. This position may also be assigned to teach one or more sections of our Introduction to Business course. At our Ignite Center, the successful candidate will participate in teaching the modules of our I2E (Ideas to Enterprise) incubation series for small businesses. These modules include market research, marketing and sales, operations, and financial pro forma development.

As part of the overall commitment to teaching excellence, the successful candidate will be well-versed in the appropriate use of technology and prepared to contribute to innovative curriculum development and delivery for both undergraduates and entrepreneurs. The candidate will be expected to develop strong relationships with colleagues, inspire and prepare students through effective teaching, and demonstrate a high level of organization and communication ability. The teaching load is three courses (four credit hours each) per semester, and we anticipate that one course per academic year may be assigned to the Ignite Center duties. Additional responsibilities include appropriate professional or scholarly contributions, as well as service to the department, college, and broader communities. The College seeks thoughtful, creative, and nimble leaders who can add immediate value in the complex environment of private higher education.

About Our Department

The Department of Business at Washington & Jefferson College offers undergraduate majors and minors in business administration, accounting, and finance, as well as several focused minors and programs, in a liberal arts environment. Our faculty are an accomplished, diverse, and collegial group that includes both scholarly and professionally oriented academics.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include an MBA or other appropriate master's degree along with relevant professional experience. Preferred candidates will have an earned doctorate or ABD in Business or a related field.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position.

Job Description Status

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Washington & Jefferson College reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.

Application Instructions

Apply for this job at Candidates should submit a letter of application, CV, a teaching statement, evidence of teaching excellence, and three confidential letters of recommendation (upon request). It is recommended that all documents be in PDF format and uploaded at one time. To upload more than one document on the application, please choose file then upload files until all documents are showing in the submitted documents area. Any questions about uploading documents may be directed to [email protected]. Questions regarding the position should be addressed to Dr. Robert Litchfield, Associate Professor of Business ([email protected]). Letters of recommendation may be shared upon request. Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Employee Benefits

Washington & Jefferson College offers a comprehensive benefit package for benefit eligible employees; including health, vision, and dental coverage, group life insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage, retirement plan, generous leave time, and the tuition benefit programs. These benefits add significantly to the employee's total compensation package.

Getting to Know W&J

Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds: a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.

Celebrating Community

Washington & Jefferson College welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs who wish to participate in a diverse educational community. The College strives to be a place where all students, faculty, administrators and employees are able to live, study and work in an atmosphere free from bias and harassment. The College encourages civil debate and lively exchange of ideas in the belief that such exchanges promote understanding that will grow beyond simple tolerance of difference to embracing and celebrating the richness of diversity. Our graduates acquire knowledge and learn skills that help them thrive in a culturally diverse world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity, or national origin.