Acting Assistant Professor of Management
Salary
$103,300.00 - $107,300.00 Annually
Location
Lawrenceville
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
Rider00353
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
Management
Opening Date
06/01/2026
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
AAUP
Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and teaching statement. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
We take pride in the ever-evolving nature of our work, which transforms the lives of our students, preparing them for personal and professional success.
Rider University is consistently recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report as a best college, and as a best-value institution. With more than 100 majors, minors and programs, 21 Division I athletic teams and 150-plus clubs and organizations, Rider Broncs create their own pathways to success with the support of the University community.
Position Overview
The Norm Brodsky College of Business at Rider University invites applications for an Acting Assistant Professor of Management position beginning Fall 2026. This is a one-academic-year appointment, with a 4/4 teaching load, service expectations, and opportunities for support of research activities.
Responsibilities
Teach business courses in the Management & Leadership and/or Human Resource Management undergraduate programs, and Organizational Behavior at the graduate level.
Advise and mentor undergraduate students, guiding academic progress and career preparation.
Engage in departmental, college, and university service activities that contribute to the broader mission and values of Rider University.
Contribute to curriculum development and innovation in Management, incorporating experiential learning and technology where appropriate.
Assist with building and maintaining relationships with a network of industry professionals.
Engage in scholarly research in management, organizational behavior, or related fields.
Appointment Details
Teaching Load: 4 courses per semester (4-4)
Opportunity to apply for fellowships and conference travel to support research.
While this appointment is term-limited to one academic year, there may be additional hiring needs in the future; outstanding candidates may be considered for future appointments that may arise, including tenure-track and non-tenure track positions.
The faculty contract is a 10-month contract (September 1, 2026-June 30, 2027).
Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience
ABD or PhD in Management, Business, or a related field.
Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence and student engagement.
Satisfactory background and/or DMV checks required.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Experience advising students or mentoring emerging professionals in business and management.
Familiarity with innovative teaching methods and technology-enhanced learning.
Relevant professional experience in business and industry.
Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success.
Rider University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For additional information regarding our Benefits visit https://www.rider.edu/about/offices-services/human-resources/benefits/overview-employee-benefits/aaup-members
Employer Rider University
Address 2083 Lawrenceville Road
Lawrenceville, New Jersey, 08648-3099
Phone 609-896-5000
Website https://www.rider.edu