Job Description:The Department of Marketing at Fairfield University invites applications for Assistant Professor in Business Communications, a tenure-track position in the Dolan School of Business to begin Fall 2025. Candidates must have completed or be in the process of completing a PhD or DBA in fields related to business communication before the start date of the position. In addition, candidates must have a strong commitment to teaching and a demonstrated ability to publish high-quality relevant research in peer reviewed journals. The appointment requires teaching classes at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including BUSN 1101 Messaging and Persuasion: Effective Business Communication (https://catalog.fairfield.edu/undergraduate/business/core/) . Teaching assignments may include teaching day, evening, Fairfield and/or Bellarmine campus, face-to-face, hybrid, online, and/or Saturday classes, as needed. Strong applicants should be versatile, with an ability to teach a variety of business communication or marketing courses, and should show a commitment to innovation and demonstrated excellence in using technology in the classroom. Candidates with business experiences are especially encouraged to apply.Note: This position is contingent upon budgetary approval.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSReview of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Only complete files will be reviewed by the search committee. For full consideration, please click ‘Apply’ and upload the following documents:Cover letter Curriculum vitae Research sample Teaching philosophy and teaching evaluations Three letters of recommendation from qualified reviewers.Note: If you have more than 5 documents, please combine them into 5 or less documents.If you have any questions, please contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Mousumi Bose Godbole, at mbosegodbole@fairfield.edu .ABOUT FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITYFairfield University, founded in 1942, is a Catholic Jesuit institution, located in the scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT, one hour from New York City along Long Island Sound. The University’s 200-acre campus includes five College and Professional Schools that enroll approximately 5,000 undergraduate students and 1,300 graduate students. The Dolan School of Business educates approximately 50% of the University’s undergraduate students and one-third of the University’s graduate students.The Dolan School of Business, is AACSB International accredited and ranked #9 on Money Magazine’s “Best colleges for Business Majors” and #3 on Niche’s “Best Colleges for Business in Connecticut”. The Marketing Program is ranked #23 as “Best Undergraduate Business Program in Marketing” and #15 under “Best Grad Schools for Marketing” by the U.S. News & World Report . It is also ranked #1 in Connecticut Undergraduate Marketing as well as #13 in Undergraduate Marketing by College Factual . Ranked in the top 25 for “Best Graduate Business Specialty Programs” by U.S. News & World Report , Fairfield Dolan has recently launched the new Executive Doctorate of Business Administration (Executive DBA) program as well.Fairfield University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from women, persons of color, veterans, Jesuits and members of historically underrepresented groups. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with a disability.Category:Academic - Faculty Tenure/Tenure TrackPerforms such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.DisclaimerThe above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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You will be unable to edit your application, so please have all documents available before applying.Faculty Positions : If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email the additional documents to the applicable contact in the job description.Staff positions : If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email them to hr@fairfield.eduFounded in 1942, Fairfield University is a modern, Jesuit Catholic University rooted in one of the world’s oldest intellectual and spiritual traditions. With campuses located in Fairfield, CT Bridgeport, CT, and Austin, TX, we strive to create a workforce that is rich in skill, knowledge, and pride in our work. Members of the Fairfield University community exhibit mutual respect, compassion, and inclusivity, aspiring to be a welcoming environment representative of an ever-changing and diverse global populace. 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