Assistant/Associate Professor, Management and Marketing

The Faculty of Business Hospitality and Tourism Studies is pleased to invite applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor, Management and Marketing at the Oakes Field Campus of the University of the Bahamas located in New Providence (Nassau) and at UB-North located in Grand Bahama. This full-time appointment will begin 2 August 2018.

The Department of Management and Marketing is seeking a faculty colleague with a record of excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate management and marketing majors and a clear record of research and scholarship. The Department’s overall objective is to prepare graduates who are critical thinkers and decision makers; are able to assume leadership positions; and who can transform the economic environment through entrepreneurship and innovation. Our graduates employ project management techniques which ensure efficient, desirable outcomes; assume entry-level positions in industry both locally and internationally, become entrepreneurs or pursue graduate studies. We encourage applications from professionals who can help us continue to prepare exceptional and ethical students.

Responsibilities. Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate management and marketing courses; engage in research and scholarly activities; assist in securing external grants and other funding opportunities; engage in curriculum review, revision and development; participate in student recruitment and advisement; and serve on departmental, school, university-wide and external committees.

Qualifications. Candidates must have an earned PhD or DBA in Management or Marketing from an accredited institution as well as teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels; professional or managerial experience in a related area; and evidence of research and scholarship.

Setting. The University of The Bahamas (UB) is a vital catalyst for national development.  Chartered on 10th November 2016, UB had its genesis in The College of The Bahamas which was established in 1974.  Since 1995, the institution’s academic offerings have expanded through the introduction of baccalaureate degree programmes offered across a broad range of approximately 60 majors. Master’s degree programmes have included an MBA and an MSc in Reading and Inclusive Education as well as graduate degree programmes offered in collaboration with various US universities.  UB operates from the Oakes Field Campus and the Grosvenor Close Centre in New Providence; UB-North in Grand Bahama; and the Gerace Research Facility in San Salvador.  Additional sites are planned for throughout the archipelago.

Application. Application materials should include:

1. A cover letter describing academic philosophy and vision, research and publications;
2. Copies of academic qualifications;
3. Copies of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate degree programmes completed;
4. A current and complete curriculum vitae;
5. Copy of relevant pages of a valid passport showing photo ID, passport number and expiration date;
6. Three letters of reference;
7. Completed UB Application for Employment Form found at this link: http://www.ub.edu.bs/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/UB-Application-for-Employment-Faculty.pdf

To Apply: Apply electronically at facultyapply@ub.edu.bs noting the position in the subject field.  Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Attach the following documents (in one e-file/document) with your electronic submission: cover letter; academic qualifications; transcripts; curriculum vitae; copy of relevant pages of valid passport; three letters of reference; and a completed UB Application for Employment form. Additional materials will be required of shortlisted candidates. For additional information or informal inquiries, contact provostoffice@ub.edu.bs