Instructor - Marketing - 112716
Inside Higher Ed, Cullowhee, North Carolina, United States, 28723
Overview
Instructor - Marketing - 112716
— Western Carolina University Department: Ent, Hosp, Tourism, Mkt, Sports Mgt. Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. About WCU:
Western Carolina University ranks on Forbes’ Best Employers lists. Highlights include: 2025 — ranked 1st in top 100 NC employers in Forbes America’s Best Employers by State; 2024 — top 8.5% on Forbes America’s Best Midsize Employers (34 of 400); 2023 — top 20% on Forbes America’s Best Midsize Employers (97 of 500); 2022 — 14th in NC. WCU offers comprehensive benefits and programs supporting work/life balance, tuition waivers, health and retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Position Summary:
The primary location of this position may be either 100% remote or on the main Cullowhee, NC campus, depending on the successful applicant’s preferences. This is a nine-month, fixed-term faculty position in Marketing at the rank of Instructor, anticipated to begin August 1, 2026. Responsibilities
The successful candidate will: Teach undergraduate courses, delivering experiential and applied learning; teaching may be online and/or face-to-face. Normal teaching load: 24 semester hours per academic year (4 classes per semester). Engage in scholarly research leading to publication in quality journals, aligned with Boyer’s scholarship framework (discovery, integration, application, teaching and learning). Contribute to the development and growth of the Marketing program; participate in or develop a collaborative working environment. Engage in service activities and industry engagement as part of program mission. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Required:
Candidates must be team-oriented and willing to work in a highly energized and collaborative environment; must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in marketing or a closely related business field from an appropriately accredited institution that satisfies credentialing under both AACSB and SACSCOC. Preferred Qualifications Preference given to candidates with marketing industry experience and university-level teaching experience. Position Details
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is selected. Include: letter of application, current CV, list of three professional references with complete contact information, and unofficial transcripts showing degree conferral dates for all degrees at the master’s degree level and higher. Please contact Dr. Charlie Parris for questions at ctparrish@email.wcu.edu or 828-227-4882. Do not email application materials. Additional requirements include an unofficial transcript for the highest degree, and for ABD candidates, the most recent doctoral program transcript if applicable. EEO and Safety
AA/EOE. Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status. For accommodations in the application or interview process, contact (828) 227-7218 or jobs@email.wcu.edu. The University Safety information is available online and in hard copy upon request. The report discusses crime statistics, procedures, and policies related to safety and security. Apply
To apply, please visit:
https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/32691
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Instructor - Marketing - 112716
— Western Carolina University Department: Ent, Hosp, Tourism, Mkt, Sports Mgt. Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. About WCU:
Western Carolina University ranks on Forbes’ Best Employers lists. Highlights include: 2025 — ranked 1st in top 100 NC employers in Forbes America’s Best Employers by State; 2024 — top 8.5% on Forbes America’s Best Midsize Employers (34 of 400); 2023 — top 20% on Forbes America’s Best Midsize Employers (97 of 500); 2022 — 14th in NC. WCU offers comprehensive benefits and programs supporting work/life balance, tuition waivers, health and retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Position Summary:
The primary location of this position may be either 100% remote or on the main Cullowhee, NC campus, depending on the successful applicant’s preferences. This is a nine-month, fixed-term faculty position in Marketing at the rank of Instructor, anticipated to begin August 1, 2026. Responsibilities
The successful candidate will: Teach undergraduate courses, delivering experiential and applied learning; teaching may be online and/or face-to-face. Normal teaching load: 24 semester hours per academic year (4 classes per semester). Engage in scholarly research leading to publication in quality journals, aligned with Boyer’s scholarship framework (discovery, integration, application, teaching and learning). Contribute to the development and growth of the Marketing program; participate in or develop a collaborative working environment. Engage in service activities and industry engagement as part of program mission. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Required:
Candidates must be team-oriented and willing to work in a highly energized and collaborative environment; must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in marketing or a closely related business field from an appropriately accredited institution that satisfies credentialing under both AACSB and SACSCOC. Preferred Qualifications Preference given to candidates with marketing industry experience and university-level teaching experience. Position Details
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is selected. Include: letter of application, current CV, list of three professional references with complete contact information, and unofficial transcripts showing degree conferral dates for all degrees at the master’s degree level and higher. Please contact Dr. Charlie Parris for questions at ctparrish@email.wcu.edu or 828-227-4882. Do not email application materials. Additional requirements include an unofficial transcript for the highest degree, and for ABD candidates, the most recent doctoral program transcript if applicable. EEO and Safety
AA/EOE. Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status. For accommodations in the application or interview process, contact (828) 227-7218 or jobs@email.wcu.edu. The University Safety information is available online and in hard copy upon request. The report discusses crime statistics, procedures, and policies related to safety and security. Apply
To apply, please visit:
https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/32691
#J-18808-Ljbffr