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Instructor of Marketing

Ball State University

Job Description

Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More

Position Title
Instructor of Marketing

About this Opportunity
The Department of Marketing welcomes applicants for part-time adjunct faculty instructors.

Ball State University and Our Pledge for the Future
Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University’s ambitious goals for our second century:
  • We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student.
  • We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors.
  • We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni.
And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values, we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive.

Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.

Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.

Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. .
Affordable Healthcare
  • Retirement Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse) Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development

 


Curious about benefits calculations? Please visit the following link to explore: https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs

To learn about other faculty opportunities at Ball State University, please visit the following link:
Ball State Faculty Opportunities

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Appointment Type
Non-Tenure-track/Contract

Length of Appointment
PT Semester

Description
The Department of Marketing is soliciting prospective part-time adjunct faculty for the Spring 2025 semester. Potential areas of instruction are Digital Marketing, Marketing Principles, Social Media Marketing, and Marketing Communications.

Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in business/marketing or related discipline from an accredited institution with 10 years of related professional work experience to the course(s) to be taught.

Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in business/marketing or related discipline from an accredited institution with 5 years of related professional work experience in a marketing area to the course(s) to be taught.

Required Certifications/Licensures

 
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised
None

EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Department
Marketing:300070

College/Department Information

 
Department Email or Phone Number
rwahlers@bsu.edu
Posting Detail Information

 

Posting Number
202401289F
 
 

Desired Start Date
08/19/2024

Position End Date
12/19/2024

Posting Date
12/20/2024

Applications Accepted Through Date
01/12/2025

Open Until Filled
No

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

 
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

 
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
For inquiries regarding this vacancy, please contact Russell Wahlers, marketing@bsu.edu.
 

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