What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship position at Dominican University?
About the Job
Department Overview
The Brennan School of Business at Dominican University is seeking an Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship (Tenure-Track) for the 2025-2026 academic year, beginning in August 2025. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarly contributions in the field of entrepreneurship. This position offers the potential for advancement to Associate Professor based on relevant credentials and experience.
Dominican University is a Catholic, Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) that is fully accredited by AACSB. The Brennan School of Business prepares a diverse student body through experiential education to become ethically-minded leaders in the global business landscape.
Position Information
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship (Tenure-Track)
Location: River Forest, IL (on-campus)
Reports To: Dean, Brennan School of Business
Term: Full-time, starting August 2025
Job Description Summary
The Assistant Professor will teach undergraduate entrepreneurship courses, engage in scholarly research, and contribute to the university community. The standard teaching load is 21 credit hours per academic year (seven courses). Responsibilities include:
- Teaching undergraduate entrepreneurship courses
- Establishing a research agenda with the potential to publish peer-reviewed journal articles
- Advising students and participating in university and college committees
Required Qualifications
- PhD in Entrepreneurship/Management (or a PhD in business with a concentration in entrepreneurship) from an AACSB-accredited institution
- ABD candidates will be considered if the degree will be conferred by May 2026
- Commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in entrepreneurship
- Experience in business or running an entrepreneurial venture
- Background in creating and leading experiential learning projects in entrepreneurship
- Previous teaching experience at HSIs or minority-serving institutions
Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Sample of intellectual contributions
- Contact information for three references
Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.dom.edu. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is located in River Forest, IL, just 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. It offers a values-based education to a diverse student body, with a strong commitment to inclusion and student success. Recognized as an HSI, Dominican serves students from historically underrepresented backgrounds and prepares them to become leaders who create a more just and humane world.
