Assistant Professor in Organizational Leadership and Learning

Assistant Professor in Organizational Leadership and Learning

Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Department: Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development - 260750

Minimum Qualifications
An earned doctorate with specific expertise related to Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Science, Technology & Operations Management, Project Management & Leadership, Contextual Leadership, Organizational Learning & Development, Talent Development or closely related areas.

ABD will be considered (see details below).





Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
The program invites applications for this faculty position in Organizational Leadership and Learning with areas of expertise in Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Science, Technology & Operations Management, Project Management & Leadership, Contextual Leadership, Organizational Learning & Development, Talent Development or closely related areas.

Candidates who can demonstrate the following are desired:

• Professional experience to facilitate students' application of principles and concepts in organizational leadership and learning scenarios.
• Experience with online teaching/training/professional development.
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills.
• Evidence of or potential for scholarship related to Organizational Leadership and Learning.

License/Certification Required
N/A

Description of the Department or Unit
The Department of Media, Career Studies and Leadership Development is one of five departments in the Reich College of Education, offering programs that prepare students for employment in a wide variety of teaching, administrative and service roles, as well as employment or career advancement in business and industry. The department includes programs in Career and Technical Education; the newly formed Organizational Leadership & Learning program; Media, Technology and Learning Design; Library Science; International Leadership; and School Administration.

The new App State online BS in Organizational Leadership and Learning is a project-based program designed to meet the needs of each student. All students will engage with universal concepts that apply to every career path, such as:

• Business, leadership, and management foundations
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Career management
• Project management
• Professional learning and development
• Entrepreneurial thinking and innovative problem-solving
• Data analysis, digital literacy and the use of technology in leadership

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching
  
  
  • Extensive teaching in fully online course as well as some hybrid and on-campus environments.
  • Develop and deliver undergraduate courses related to leadership, professional development, project management, and data/digital literacy.
  • Create and update curriculum materials to reflect advancements in the field.
  • Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that encourages critical thinking and creativity.
    
    
  
  
  
• Research and Scholarship
  
  
  • Engage in high-impact research in areas related to organizational leadership, learning, and related areas.
  • Disseminate research findings through academic journals, conference presentations, public scholarship, and/or creative products.
  • Pursue external funding opportunities to support research and creative projects.
    
    
• Student Advising and Mentorship
  
  
  • Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, guiding them in their academic and career pursuits.
    
    
• Service, Leadership, and Engagement
  
  
  • Participate in departmental and institutional committees and contribute to academic program development.
  • Collaborate with colleagues on innovative projects and initiatives.
  • Engage with the broader academic and professional communities through outreach and service.

Proposed Date of Hire: 08/01/2025
Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins: 10/17/2024

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/48590

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.


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