ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Entrepreneurship
The W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas is seeking qualified applicants for a tenure-eligible position at the assistant/associate professor level. Wichita State University is located in the largest economic, industrial, cultural, and population center of Kansas. The university has strong ties to the business community, making it easy to acquire research and case materials.
Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate and graduate level (M.B.A.) courses in entrepreneurship and other disciplines; engaging in research leading to publications and other scholarly output; serving on faculty and other committees; participating in other appropriate service and professional activities. The teaching load will consist of a minimum of 6 hours per semester.
Research Support: Support includes research grants, personal computers for individual faculty members, full access to all major statistical packages, student assistants, and funding for travel to professional meetings.
Qualifications: Applicants for this position must hold a Ph.D. in a business area, preferably Entrepreneurship, or a closely related area, or must show a high probability of completing degree requirements before the effective date of appointment. Applicants must demonstrate compelling research potential and must be able to present evidence of teaching effectiveness in entrepreneurship and closely related areas. Additional required qualifications are excellent oral and written communication skills and successful experience with diverse populations. A demonstrated interest in or capability to teach in an appropriate ancillary business discipline is preferred.
Appointment/Salary: A nine-month appointment beginning August 2008. Salary will be AACSB competitive. Summer research support may be available on a competitive basis.
Application: To ensure full consideration, please include an application letter plus current vita, three letters of reference, evidence of teaching effectiveness and evaluation, and samples of published articles and other research. We will begin reviewing applications February 12, 2008. We will be hiring immediately and the position is open until filled. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All materials are to be sent to Dr. Gaylen Chandler, Search Committee Chair; Center for Entrepreneurship; Wichita State University; Wichita, KS 67260-0147.
WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
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Jim Wolff
Associate Professor and Kincaid Faculty Fellow
Department of Management
W. Frank Barton School of Business
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS 67260-0088
Office: 208 Devlin Hall
Phone: (316) 978-7113