College of Business and Technology Lecturer, Assistant or Associate Professor of Marketing and Sales

The Department of Marketing, Agribusiness, and Supply Chain Management at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is seeking applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor or Lecturer of Marketing (Sales) position to begin in Fall 2025. The position is focused on championing the College’s emerging sales program and candidates should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, scholarship, and student retention and success. 

Responsibilities:

• Teaching a full-time course load. Primary teaching areas include Professional Selling and Sales Management.
• Creating new courses to support the sales program, possibilities include advanced selling, sales technology, sales/marketing analytics, and customer relationship management. 
• Coordinating the Professional Sales Certificate program
• Coordinating co-curricular practices in the sales domain, such as competitions and industry engagement
• Advising students and working with student organizations
• Pursuing professional development
• Candidates for the Assistant/Associate professor rank will conduct scholarly research in sales-related areas that leads to publication in quality peer-reviewed journals.

Minimum Required Qualifications:   Candidates must have earned a master’s degree in business administration, or a related field, and at least 5 years of recent and relevant industry experience to be considered for the lecturer position.  To be eligible for a tenure track position, applicants must have an earned doctorate in marketing or related field and at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.  Candidates with ABD status will be considered if the doctorate is expected to be complete by May 2026.  All candidates must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:  Documented successful sales teaching ability at the university level (including online), curriculum development, evidence of building partnerships with industry, and service to students are desired for all applicants.  In addition, evidence of potential to conduct appropriate research leading to peer review publication is desired for Assistant/Association Professor appointments.  

Start Date: August 2025.

Competitive salary and benefits.

Applications received by October 1, 2024 will receive full consideration. To apply, visit UNK Employment Opportunities and follow instructions to complete the online faculty application.

In addition, attach a letter of application, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references to the online application. Direct questions about the position to:  Tim Burkink burkinktj@unk.edu.  Direct questions about the online application process to (308) 865-8522 or employment@unk.edu

The College:

The College of Business & Technology (CBT) has over 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The business division is accredited by AACSB International, and the technology division also has several accreditations. CBT is dedicated to providing student-centered educational opportunities, including experiential learning. Students gain knowledge in the classroom and experience in the field. Each division offers a unique opportunity for our students to experience our high-touch, high-impact, high-engagement mission, keeping students connected to the experiences and networks that will lead to a career of your choice. The College is poised for growth.

The University:

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is responsive to University issues which support a diverse work and academic environment.  The University of Nebraska at Kearney does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. This policy is applicable to all University administered programs including educational programs, financial aid, admission policies and employment policies.  UNK is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities encouraged to apply. The University affirms a policy of equal educational and employment opportunities, affirmative action in employment and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. University employees, students and others associated with the University who have not received the benefits of these policies, are encouraged to contact the Chief Compliance Officer/ADA Coordinator.