Assistant Professor, Marketing

Assistant Professor of Marketing is a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position responsible for delivering undergraduate and graduate instruction in marketing, maintaining an active program of scholarly research, and contributing service to the department, college, and university. The role supports the academic mission through effective teaching across instructional modalities, development and assessment of curriculum, and engagement in activities that promote student success. The position requires ongoing scholarly productivity, participation in shared governance, and adherence to institutional policies and accreditation standards.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in marketing in face-to-face and/or online formats.
• Develop course materials, syllabi, and assessments aligned with curriculum objectives.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain office hours and provide academic support to students.

• Conduct independent and/or collaborative research in marketing or related disciplines.
• Publish in peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Present research at academic conferences and professional meetings.
• Stay current with developments in the field of marketing.

• Participate in department, college, and university committees.
• Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation activities.
• Engage in professional service within academic or industry organizations.
• Support student recruitment, retention, and success initiatives.

• Participate in departmental meetings and planning activities.
• Support program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching and research effectiveness.

• Ph.D. in Marketing from an AACSB-accredited (or equivalent) institution. ABD candidates may be considered if degree completion is imminent.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and/or graduate marketing courses. For ABD candidates, some evidence of teaching performance or potential must be provided.
• Evidence of potential for scholarly research and publication in peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Prior teaching experience in higher education.
• Ability to teach across multiple areas of marketing (e.g., consumer behavior, marketing management, marketing research, digital marketing).
• Record of scholarly publications or research in progress.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.

• Knowledge of marketing theory, research methods, and contemporary practices.
• Effective instructional delivery across modalities (face-to-face, online, hybrid).
• Research and analytical capability.
• Collaboration and service orientation within an academic environment.
• Communication and presentation skills.

This position requires the ability to communicate effectively, operate standard office and instructional technology, and perform routine classroom and office activities. Occasional standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 20 pounds) may be required.

This is a nine-month faculty appointment in an academic environment. Duties are performed in classroom, office, and remote instructional settings. Work may require occasional evening or weekend commitments related to teaching, research, or service activities. The position requires adherence to university policies, academic standards, and accreditation requirements, as well as engagement in a collegial and professional academic setting.

Pay Range:
Commensurate

Home to more than
18,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents
• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays

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