Assistant Professor of Practice | University of Nebraska Lincoln - Military Veterans

Requisition Number: F_240115 Department: Management-1027 Description of Work: Position Summary The Department of Management in the College of Business at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a non-tenure leading faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Practice, with an expected start date of January 2025. The faculty member will be an integral part of the Department's and College's long-term commitment to teaching excellence and will be expected to teach a variety of courses in management with a particular emphasis in strategic management and entrepreneurship. Teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate and graduate levels, both online and in-person. The faculty member serving in this role will also support the activities of the Center for Entrepreneurship including attending all co-curricular activities, mentoring student entrepreneurs, connecting with community entrepreneurs, and advising entrepreneurship student organizations. Professors of Practice are teaching specialists and are hired on multi-year contracts that are renewable subject to performance. Responsibilities will include 80% teaching (equivalent to 4 three-credit-hour courses each Fall and Spring semester) and 20% service. For candidates with a doctorate, responsibilities can include a 10% research apportionment (which can come out of teaching or service). A reduced teaching apportionment may also be possible with expanded service commitments. This will be an academic year (nine-month) appointment. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and will be competitive with Big Ten Universities. About the Department of Management The Department of Management has 25 faculty members and provides a collegial environment for research and teaching. Our faculty members regularly publish in top-tier management journals and are awarded for their research and teaching accomplishments. The Center for Entrepreneurship, International Business program, and the Clifton Strengths Institute are affiliated with the Department of Management and administered by Management faculty. To learn more about the department, visit https://business.unl.edu/academicprograms/departments/management/ . About the College of Business The College of Business drives discovery, creates opportunity, and empowers its more than 4,300 students to lead the future of business. Programs include 12 undergraduate majors, numerous graduate programs, including our highly-ranked online MBA@Nebraska, three master of science degrees, and two Ph.D. programs. Established in 1913, it is the only doctorate-granting business college in Nebraska. Howard L. Hawks Hall, located at 14th and Vine Streets, has been home to the college since 2017. Hawks Hall features interactive learning in state-of-the-art classrooms, cutting-edge technology, and one-stop student support services, including free one-on-one tutoring and coaching. For more information, visit https://business.unl.edu/ . About the Nebraska Center for Entrepreneurship The Nebraska Center for Entrepreneurship serves the entire student body at the University of NebraskaLincoln. We focus on enhancing entrepreneurship through curriculum, resources and inspiration, mentorship, and co-curricular competitions and events. Our six faculty and staff encourage interdisciplinary teams and connections by promoting entrepreneurship across all colleges. Annually, the center hosts four signature student events and two community events, in addition to small receptions and gatherings. About Lincoln, Nebraska Home to the University of NebraskaLincoln, the city of Lincoln consistently ranks among the highest U.S. cities for livability thanks to a low cost of living, great schools, and friendly, community-minded residents. Set amidst a big sky and open landscape, the state's capital city is simple to navigate with a nationally noted low crime rate, a wide range of housing choices, and a reliable public transit system. As one of the fastest growing metro areas in the Midwest, Lincoln boasts a growing technology sector, more parkland per capita than all but a few U.S. cities, an extensive bike trail network, and numerous options for recreational and personal interest activities. It's easy to feel at home here. Visit www.lincoln.org , www.lcoc.com/meet-lincoln , or https://go.unl.edu/connections for more information about Lincoln and UNL . As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination . Minimum Required Qualifications: A doctorate in management or a related field OR a graduate business degree and significant current corporate and/or professional experience. All applicants must demonstrate an ability to teach college-level courses. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level, including large lecture or online sections of undergraduate and graduate courses. Experience teaching in the areas of strategic management and/or entrepreneurship. Job Type: 9 Month