Assistant Professor, Marketing

Job title:

Assistant Professor, Marketing

Company

Mount Royal University

Job description

Job TitleAssistant Professor, MarketingJob TypeLimited TermUnionMRFASalary GradePosition End Date (if applicable)8/14/2028LocationMRU Main Campus – Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)About this PositionAbout the Faculty of Business, Communication Studies and AviationThe Faculty of Business, Communication Studies & Aviation comprises the Bissett School of Business, the School of Communication Studies and the Aviation Program. The Bissett School of Business offers a four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with majors in accounting, human resources, general management (with concentrations in innovation and entrepreneurship, social innovation). Students in the Bissett School of Business can take a four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree. The Aviation Program is housed in the Department of International Business, Supply Chain and Aviation and offers a two-year Aviation Diploma and the newly launched four-year Bachelor of Aviation Management. Students in the School of Communications Studies take a four-year Bachelor of Communication Studies (BComms) and can pursue majors in Broadcast Media Studies, Information Design, Journalism and Public Relations. In addition to the two degrees and their majors, students are offered a variety of minors, concentrations and certificates to complement their major.The Bissett School of Business is an accredited member of EFMD, a global, non-profit, membership-driven organization dedicated to management development.About the Department of Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Social InnovationThe Department currently offers a degree program in Business Administration with a major, minor and certificate in Marketing, and minors and concentrations in both Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation.The Bachelor of Business Administration – Marketing program develops marketing professionals who can effectively blend insight, strategy, and creativity to bring extraordinary products, services, and campaigns to the marketplace. Students are exposed to marketing in many experiential learning settings and work with real-life clients including non-profit organizations, marketing agencies, start-ups, large corporations, and in-house marketing teams across a variety of industries.The Department has undergone an intensive review for the BBA – Marketing program with the aim to revamp the program towards enhancing the creative and strategic strengths of our learning community, developing robust and rich connections between students and our professional community through work integrated learning, and improving the focus on delivering applied skills to augment students’ job market readiness and to align the program with the university’s commitment to providing enriched learning opportunities beyond the traditional curriculum.About the RoleThe Department of Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Social Innovation at Mount Royal University invites applications for a 3 year limited-term position which will commence on August 15, 2025 and ends on August 14, 2028, subject to final budgetary approval, at the Rank of Assistant Professor.A terminal degree, PhD or DBA, in Marketing or closely related fields is required. The committee considers those who will complete their degree within a year. The successful candidate should have professional experience in marketing in addition to teaching experience at the post-secondary level.The successful candidate will demonstrate a history of teaching excellence, a commitment to MRU values, and,Demonstrated experience and commitment to undergraduate teaching with specific emphasis on marketing.Demonstrated capacity for curriculum development with the ability to initiate and develop new course material and other curricular content at the undergraduate level.Demonstrated expertise and currency in marketing fundamentals. Additional expertise in areas such as the impact of technology and AI, emerging trends in marketing, marketing strategy, sustainable marketing and/or marketing research methods would be an asset.Capacity to initiate and actively collaborate with community partners in work-integrated and experiential learning approaches to teaching at the undergraduate level.Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues, and industry partners, to develop local network connections in support of student learning.New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS) focuses on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member be involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching/ service pattern (TS) focuses on teaching and service only. Faculty are expected to teach six 3-credit courses per academic year on the TSS pattern or eight 3-credit courses per academic year on the TS pattern.For further information, contact: Dr. Amir Bahman Radnejad Interim Chair, Department of Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Social Innovation at [email protected]Closing Date: April 14th, 2025A complete dossier should be submitted including:Cover letter describing your interest in the position and fit with the department, explicitly stating which courses you are qualified to teach (one to two pages).Current Curriculum Vitae (CV).Evidence of teaching excellence (e.g., previous student teaching evaluations, teaching awards, etc.)Teaching Philosophy Statement (One Page).Research Statement (One Page).The contact information for three (3) three references who can speak to various dimensions of your professional and academic life (teaching, service, industry engagement, community involvement, etc.).Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition #996917], [Document].pdf (ex. Smith, 996917, CV.pdf).Note: MFRA positions are not part of the hybrid work programWe encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify and we will work together on your accommodation request.About MRUFounded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. Learn more at .Mount Royal University is situated on an ancient and storied land that is steeped in ceremony and history that, until recently, was occupied exclusively by people indigenous to this place. With gratitude and reciprocity, Mount Royal acknowledges the relationships to the land and all beings, and the songs, stories and teachings of the Siksika Nation, the Piikani Nation, the Kainai Nation, the Îethka Stoney Nakoda Nation (consisting of the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney Nations), the people of the Tsuut’ina Nation, and the Métis. Learn more about .Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.What We OfferTalented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.

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Calgary, AB

Job date

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 23:58:02 GMT

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