Assistant Professor Business and Economics

Overview

The Business and Economics Department at Ursinus College invites applications for a tenure-track position or non-tenure-track ("Collegiate") at the Assistant Professor level to begin Fall 2026. Applicants are invited from all areas of business. We seek teacher-scholars who are passionate about undergraduate education and research. 

Responsibilities

Teaching responsibilities will include introductory business, organizational behavior, advanced business electives, and business ethics. The teaching load for this position is 3 courses in one semester and 2 courses in the other semester for tenure-track faculty, and 3 courses in each semester for Collegiate faculty. The successful candidate will also be expected to establish a research program that engages student researchers with opportunities for co-publications and presentations. Preference will be given to candidates enthusiastic for teaching a wide variety of courses including business analytics, sports management, and consumer behavior. The successful candidate will also contribute to the Common Intellectual Experience first-year seminar, the open questions curriculum, and Ursinus’ new APEX (Applied, Professional, and Experiential) initiative. The successful applicant will reflect incorporation of the open questions and APEX and demonstrate outstanding potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching and development of a productive research program that provides opportunities for undergraduate student achievement. 

Requirements And Qualifications

A MBA, MS, or Ph.D. in Business or a related field is required for consideration for a Collegiate faculty position, and a Ph.D. or DBA in Business or a related field is required for consideration for a tenure-track faculty position.

Anticipated Start Date

Fall 2026

Application

Applications must be submitted online. A complete application includes the cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching and research statements, a statement detailing experience and/or commitment to supporting a diverse student body, and transcripts.  Direct any questions to Dr. Jennifer VanGilder at jvangilder@ursinus.edu.  Review of completed applications will begin November 1st.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Ursinus College is a selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of approximately 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. With a diverse community of students, it is an expectation of all faculty to contribute to the inclusion, engagement, and success of all students. Ursinus is an EO/AA employer.  Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.