Job Title: Assistant/ Associate Professor of Management
Location: MGA - Macon
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 265502
About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Department Information

The School of Business has programs that prepare students to solve problems and apply new technologies within an increasingly interconnected and changing business world. We emphasize career success through lifelong learning and professional development at all levels of the curriculum. The School offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in General Business, Accounting, Financial Economics, Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management. A Master of Science in Management and a Master of Business in Professional Leadership are also offered at the graduate level, and accreditation is currently being sought with AACSB.

Job Summary

The School of Business is currently seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor of Management. This is a ten-month, tenure track position, which involves teaching, scholarship, and service. Faculty members at Middle Georgia State University have the opportunity to work with a talented team of colleagues, engage with motivated and enthusiastic students, and pursue research interests in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

Teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate and graduate level (Master) programs. Candidates are expected to teach on-campus and online courses in management including Strategic Management, International Business, Leadership, Principles of Management, and other business courses as qualified. The successful candidate is expected to have a strong commitment to outstanding teaching, research, advising students, and service to the profession and university. This is a 10-month position with summer teaching available depending on demand. Teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening, lower level and/or upper-level business courses. Travel to satellite campuses (Cochran and Warner Robins) may sometimes be required.

Required Qualifications

Required Educational Qualifications

A PhD or equivalent in Management or Management-related disciplines from (preferably) an AACSB accredited institution.

Required Experience

A record of teaching and scholarship that warrants appointment at the rank of assistant professor or associate professor.

Other Required Qualifications

Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Experience in private or public sector management is preferred.
Prior teaching experience in management on-campus and online is preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Letter of interest including teaching philosophy
• Curriculum vitae
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
• Name and contact information for three professional references.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478.471.2010. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Other Information

Tentative start date for this position is August 1, 2024.

This is a full-time, 10-month, faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.