Southern Utah University
Lecturer or Assistant Prof. of Marketing-Professional Sales
Southern Utah University, Cedar City, Utah, United States, 84721
Lecturer or Assistant Professor of Marketing – Professional Sales
Southern Utah University's Department of Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Sales, and Analytics (MESA) in the Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business invites applications for a full-time non‑tenure‑track Lecturer or tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Marketing with a focus on Professional Sales. This 9‑month appointment begins in August 2026.
Position Details
Salary: $72,500.00 – $115,000.00 annually
Location: Cedar City, UT
Job Type: Full‑time Faculty
Job Number: 202400228
Division: Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business
Hiring Type: Continuous
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary We seek an energetic educator and scholar who will play a leading role in developing our new Professional Sales major, the fastest‑growing program at SUU, and in delivering high‑quality, student‑focused instruction across marketing and sales courses. The ideal candidate is passionate about marketing and sales, brings relevant research or industry experience, and is excited to mentor students in a hands‑on, experiential learning environment.
Essential Functions
Teach and develop curriculum for undergraduate and graduate courses in Marketing and Professional Sales. Expected teaching load: 3–4 courses per semester for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor and 5 courses per semester for a non‑tenure‑track Lecturer, with optional summer teaching for additional compensation.
Mentor and engage students through high‑impact educational practices such as sales competitions, internships, student clubs, and one‑on‑one advising.
For tenure‑track Assistant Professors, maintain an active research agenda in marketing (particularly sales/sales management) to meet AACSB scholarly academic qualifications.
For non‑tenure‑track Lecturers, demonstrate substantial professional experience and maintain currency through scholarship or professional engagement activities.
Provide service and leadership to the department, school, and university, including serving on committees, assisting with accreditation and assessment, developing industry partnerships, and contributing to outreach initiatives.
Education & Experience Minimum Qualifications
PhD, DBA, or terminal degree in Marketing or a closely related field (for tenure‑track Assistant Professor). ABD candidates with confirmed defense date and completion by August 2026 are considered.
MBA or equivalent master’s degree in Marketing or a closely related field, with substantial professional experience (for Lecturer).
Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or evidence of potential for excellent teaching in marketing and sales courses.
For tenure‑track Assistant Professor, evidence of scholarly potential in marketing/sales (publications, conference papers, etc.) and a plan to continue research.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, collaborative approach to working with colleagues and mentoring students.
Preferred Qualifications
Specialization or previous career in B2B/B2C Professional Sales, sales management, personal selling, or related areas.
Relevant industry experience in sales or marketing; experience advising student organizations or competitions.
Ability to teach in multiple modalities (in‑person, online, hybrid) and willingness to contribute to curriculum innovation.
Experience with interactive, experiential, or high‑impact teaching practices.
Experience engaging with students in extracurricular activities.
Interest or experience in entrepreneurship or research/teaching in new venture creation, small business management, or entrepreneurial marketing.
For more details on AACSB expectations and faculty qualification policies, please refer to the Faculty Qualification Policy.
Application Documents
Research statement (1 page, for tenure‑track Assistant Professor).
Contact information for at least three references.
Teaching evaluations, if available.
Additional Information Position is contingent on funding.
Southern Utah University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other protected bases. For more information, visit https://www.suu.edu/nondiscrimination/.
In accordance with Utah State Code 53A-3-410, appointment to this position is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Due to recent changes in H1B visa fees, SUU is no longer able to sponsor international faculty and staff requiring an H1B visa who are currently residing outside the U.S.
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/6734687.
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Position Details
Salary: $72,500.00 – $115,000.00 annually
Location: Cedar City, UT
Job Type: Full‑time Faculty
Job Number: 202400228
Division: Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business
Hiring Type: Continuous
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary We seek an energetic educator and scholar who will play a leading role in developing our new Professional Sales major, the fastest‑growing program at SUU, and in delivering high‑quality, student‑focused instruction across marketing and sales courses. The ideal candidate is passionate about marketing and sales, brings relevant research or industry experience, and is excited to mentor students in a hands‑on, experiential learning environment.
Essential Functions
Teach and develop curriculum for undergraduate and graduate courses in Marketing and Professional Sales. Expected teaching load: 3–4 courses per semester for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor and 5 courses per semester for a non‑tenure‑track Lecturer, with optional summer teaching for additional compensation.
Mentor and engage students through high‑impact educational practices such as sales competitions, internships, student clubs, and one‑on‑one advising.
For tenure‑track Assistant Professors, maintain an active research agenda in marketing (particularly sales/sales management) to meet AACSB scholarly academic qualifications.
For non‑tenure‑track Lecturers, demonstrate substantial professional experience and maintain currency through scholarship or professional engagement activities.
Provide service and leadership to the department, school, and university, including serving on committees, assisting with accreditation and assessment, developing industry partnerships, and contributing to outreach initiatives.
Education & Experience Minimum Qualifications
PhD, DBA, or terminal degree in Marketing or a closely related field (for tenure‑track Assistant Professor). ABD candidates with confirmed defense date and completion by August 2026 are considered.
MBA or equivalent master’s degree in Marketing or a closely related field, with substantial professional experience (for Lecturer).
Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or evidence of potential for excellent teaching in marketing and sales courses.
For tenure‑track Assistant Professor, evidence of scholarly potential in marketing/sales (publications, conference papers, etc.) and a plan to continue research.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, collaborative approach to working with colleagues and mentoring students.
Preferred Qualifications
Specialization or previous career in B2B/B2C Professional Sales, sales management, personal selling, or related areas.
Relevant industry experience in sales or marketing; experience advising student organizations or competitions.
Ability to teach in multiple modalities (in‑person, online, hybrid) and willingness to contribute to curriculum innovation.
Experience with interactive, experiential, or high‑impact teaching practices.
Experience engaging with students in extracurricular activities.
Interest or experience in entrepreneurship or research/teaching in new venture creation, small business management, or entrepreneurial marketing.
For more details on AACSB expectations and faculty qualification policies, please refer to the Faculty Qualification Policy.
Application Documents
Research statement (1 page, for tenure‑track Assistant Professor).
Contact information for at least three references.
Teaching evaluations, if available.
Additional Information Position is contingent on funding.
Southern Utah University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other protected bases. For more information, visit https://www.suu.edu/nondiscrimination/.
In accordance with Utah State Code 53A-3-410, appointment to this position is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Due to recent changes in H1B visa fees, SUU is no longer able to sponsor international faculty and staff requiring an H1B visa who are currently residing outside the U.S.
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/6734687.
#J-18808-Ljbffr