Assistant Professor Of Business

Assistant Professor of Business

Spartanburg Methodist College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment as an Assistant Professor of Business beginning in August 2024. We seek a candidate with the credentials and interest to teach undergraduate courses in Economics or Business Statistics/Analytics and one other area of business.

Possible courses include: Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Intro to Business, Business Statistics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, and other courses as needed.

Responsibilities include a broad contribution to the program and college by teaching four undergraduate courses per semester, engaging in curriculum development, participating in campus committees, and involvement with other college-wide events. Although the primary method of instruction is face-to-face, some online courses may be required based on the needs of the department. The most competitive candidates will have a clearly articulated teaching philosophy; experience with first-generation, non-traditional, and/or traditionally underserved student populations; and a commitment to teaching excellence.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to a growing department in a welcoming collegiate environment that values innovative education. Class sizes typically range from 15 - 30 students, which allows instructors to be creative with course delivery and for students to receive more individual attention.

Additionally, Spartanburg Methodist College is ideally located in the Upstate South Carolina area, and is convenient to Atlanta, Charlotte, Asheville, and Greenville. Spartanburg itself is also a great place to live and work and offers a wide variety of activities while maintaining the best qualities of a smaller community. Our city of only 38,000 people is home to 7 colleges and universities, which add a variety of education and cultural opportunities to a community that already supports multiple music venues and theater companies, a ballet, a symphony, and a variety of dining experiences.

We also enjoy a relatively temperate and sunny climate that allows residents to enjoy the many outdoor activities in the area nearly year-round. Spartanburg is routinely mentioned in "Best Places to Live" lists in national publications; was named South Carolina's first Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists; and is served by a Chamber of Commerce that recently received national recognition for its outstanding work in the community.

Qualifications for this position include:

• A Ph.D. or DBA in Business or an MBA with 18 graduate credit hours in the subject matter being taught or a master's degree in business with 18 graduate credit hours in the subject matter being taught.

• Teaching experience at the college level is preferred.

Please submit the following to apply:

• A cover letter that addresses your interest in the position and qualifications

• A statement of teaching philosophy

• Curriculum vitae

• The names and contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin on December 1st and will continue until the position is filled.

About the College: Founded in 1911, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population within the United Methodist Connection.

Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation, SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution, the college launched its first bachelor's degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly, adding new programs, and consistently evaluating operations because of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally.

Today, the college's emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelor's degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success.

Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal E-Verify program.

SMC does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered.