Assistant Professor – Business Division

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Assistant Professor – Business Division

Category: Faculty   Open: 03/12/2026   Close: 05/01/2026

The Business Division of La Roche University is currently seeking an Assistant Professor to teach courses in one or more of the following areas: Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, and/or Taxation beginning at the start of the Fall 2026 semester in August. Preferably, courses would be delivered in a traditional classroom setting, but online instruction may be considered.  The ideal candidate should possess a Ph.D. or be in the process of achieving a Ph.D. in Management, or other Business-related discipline by December 2026. 

Applicants should have experience teaching at a university/college level, in both the classroom and online formats. In addition to teaching and advising students, the Assistant Professor will participate in meetings and committee work.

La Roche embraces its Catholic identity while welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds, fosters global citizenship and creates a community of scholars from around the world. The University empowers all members of the community to become lifelong learners, achieve success in their chosen careers, and promote justice and peace in a constantly changing global society.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Teaching Assignments:

• Teach four (4) classes in both Fall and Spring semesters, equivalent to 12 credit hours per semester.
• Advise students on academic, curricular, and professional endeavors.
• Graduate-level teaching may also be required. 

Concurrent Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver lectures to all levels of undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Evaluate and grade students’ class work, papers and other assignments; compile, administer, and grade examinations.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and course documents.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required documentation and evaluations.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions, both in class and online.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students on academic, curricula, and career issues and pursuits.
• Utilize educational technologies such as Canvas, smart classrooms, and other programs associated with teaching, advising, and assessing students.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, consulting with colleagues, and participating in professional organizations and conferences.
• Engage in continuing scholarly development through publications and conference presentations.
• Pursue professional development, particularly in the field of specialization as well as areas of teaching and curriculum
• Provide service to the University through participation and membership on faculty and administrative/operational committees.
• Participate in the academic assessment process and assist with any accreditation/compliance visits or reports; work with admissions offices in the recruitment of students.
• Attend required meetings such as Faculty and Division meetings, Academic Senate, scholarly activities including Convocation, Baccalaureate, Commencement, Opening Assembly; and others as identified by Academic Affairs and the Department and Division Chairs.

Education/Qualifications:

• Required: Ph.D. in Management, Business, or other related disciplines
• ABD candidates, with relevant experience and Ph.D. completion by December 2026 will be considered
• Teaching experience at the college/university level required
• Evidence of significant professional work experience required

Application materials should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.  Candidates must pass background clearances and submit official transcripts prior to the issuance of a contract.  Review of applicants will begin immediately; position open until filled.

Qualified applicants can complete an online application by clicking on the following link:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Applicants for this position must have current legal authorization to work in the United States.  La Roche University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.

No Relocation Assistance

It is the policy of La Roche University to promote equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color creed, age, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability or medical condition, or any other legally protected status.

How to Apply

You must submit a separate online application for each position that you want to apply for. The positions listed on this site are those currently available at the University. The information listed for each position is all that is available at this time. There is no further need to contact the Human Resources Department.

To apply for a position at La Roche:

1. Identify the position in which you want to apply.
2. Complete an online application by clicking on “Click Here to Apply” at the bottom of the job posting. The application must be completed in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
3. An online application must be submitted for each position in which you want to apply. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Resumes can be attached to the online application.
4. Your information will be reviewed by a hiring manager, and you will be contacted if we feel your qualifications closely match the description of the position.

Employment Policy

It is the policy of La Roche University to promote equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color creed, age, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job related disability or medical condition, or any other legally protected status.

This policy provides for equal opportunity in all aspects of the employment relationship. This includes, but is not limited to: recruitment, employment, job assignment, transfer, promotion, demotion, compensation, training and development, employee benefits, layoff, discharge and general working conditions.

This policy is administered in accordance with all applicable federal and state statutes. La Roche University does not take action against an employee because he or she has opposed a practice made unlawful under federal or state law or has filed charges, testified, assisted, or participated in any manner in an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or lawsuit pursuant to those statutes.

All employees are expected to implement and abide by La Roche’s policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity employment within their assigned work areas. Any violation of this policy by an employee of La Roche University may result in disciplinary action, including, when appropriate, discharge.

The Associate Vice President of Human Resources/Compliance Officer is assigned the overall responsibility for effective administration of this program throughout La Roche University. Individuals who believe that they may have experienced illegal discrimination should immediately report their complaint to the Associate Vice President of Human Resources/Compliance Officer.