Assistant Professor of Business Administration

Assistant Professor in Business Administration Cottey College, a private liberal arts and sciences college for women, invites applications for a full-time, tenure -track position Business Administration , with the possibility of starting in January or August 2027. Ideal candidates would have the ability to teach a range of courses in business, most especially Operation Management and Entrepreneurship courses. The successful candidate will have a record of effective teaching and have a doctoral degree or M.B.A. ideally in hand by the start of the contract. Highly qualified ABDs will also be considered. We especially encourage applications from candidates with significant professional experience in operations management, entrepreneurship, or related fields who are interested in transitioning from industry practice into teaching. Practitioner expertise brings real -world relevance to the classroom, and we welcome candidates who may not have a traditional academic path but bring deep functional knowledge, industry connections, and a passion for mentoring the next generation of business leaders. Typical teaching loads for faculty are three courses per semester. Cottey faculty also engage in activities related to scholarly vitality, advise and mentor students, sponsor student organizations, engage in service, and participate in the life of the coll ege. This position also includes opportunities to contribute to the development of the Clark Institute for Women in Business. Faculty in the Business department are expected to collaborate with their colleagues as well as with students inside and outside the classroom, molding experiential learning and mentoring opportunities . Cottey College, located in Nevada, Missouri, has offered women the opportunity to learn and grow since 1884. It encompasses a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff -including first generation students, Pell Grant students, students of color, and international students as well as faculty of color and international faculty. A Cottey education is guided by three threads: leadership, social responsibility, and global awareness. Cottey College helps each student excel as learners, leaders, and global citizens - providing a comprehensive and empowering experience in an intimate academic setting. Review of applications begins upon receipt and continues until the position is filled. Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy that also addresses teaching a diverse student body, copies of unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references. Application materials should be submitted by email as PDF documents to Dr. Karla McCain, VPAA, Cottey College, Nevada, MO 64772. E -mail: acadaffairs@cottey.edu ; Phone: 417 -667-8181, ext. 2128. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Further information about Cottey is available at http://www.cottey.edu . Cottey College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.