What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor - Marketing - Terminal 1 Yr Appt position at Western Michigan University?
Position Details
Posting Summary
College
Haworth College Of Business
Executive Area
Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Department
Marketing
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F232P
Job Type
Non-Tenure Track
Pay Type
Exempt/Salaried
Pay Grade
I40
Campus Location
WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus
Salary Range
Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
General Summary
The marketing department in the Haworth College of Business is AACSB accredited and offers 5 unique majors serving nearly 1,200 students: Marketing, Food Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Sales and Business Marketing, and Digital Marketing. With 25 faculty, we are the largest department in the college and are recognized for our collegial and student-focused approach to Higher Ed (https://wmich.edu/marketing). This position will support both the Supply Chain Management program and the BBA curriculum. Position is full-time, with an anticipated start date of August 2025.
Major Duties
- Teach various undergraduate courses on Supply Chain Management, Business ERP and Information Systems, and Global Business. Courses may include Supply Chain Management, Continuous Improvement, and Global Business topics, with responsibilities in both in-person and online formats. Teaching may occasionally include large auditorium settings with up to 350 students.
- Engage in curriculum development and support experiential learning opportunities for students within the department.
- Actively bring industry insights and professional contacts to enhance student learning experiences and career outcomes.
- Mentor students, especially in preparation for competitions and involvement in registered student organizations related to supply chain management.
- Contribute to departmental meetings and participate in broader college initiatives.
- Conduct research in support of the WMU-SCM program and the WMU-SCM Center for Supply Chain Management’s academic missions.
- Applicants should have a proven record of successfully developing and delivering engaging course content, particularly in supply chain management, information systems, and global business studies. The successful candidate will demonstrate a solid commitment to teaching, applied research, and a collaborative approach to working within academic and industry partnerships.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. in a relevant field, such as Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Organizational Change Leadership, or related disciplines from an accredited institution.
- Research and teaching experience focusing on the intersection of AI and SCM processes and strategy implementation.
- Teaching experience in business information systems, supply chain, and global studies at a university level, including instructor and curriculum developer roles.
- Proven success teaching diverse groups of students, including non-native English speakers, with consistently positive student evaluations.
- Demonstrated experience with mentoring and supporting students’ academic and career growth through interactive lectures, group projects, and case studies.
Desired Qualifications
- Strong background in applied research, particularly in AI integration within organizational SCM processes and procedures, and recognition for contributions to the field, as evidenced by publications and conference presentations.
- Active participation in professional associations related to management and international education, demonstrating a commitment to scholarly excellence and global engagement.
- Experience with or a strong understanding of the unique needs of international students and strategies to enhance their educational experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Position Information
Go to: wmich.edu/hr/employees/faculty for benefits and other information.
