Position: The department of Business and Economics is seeking applicants for one tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Business Administration, specializing in Finance, to start August 2024. This position is for full-time appointment on a nine-month contract. This is a unique opportunity to craft business programs in a public liberal arts setting at an institution that is nationally recognized for the quality of its teaching and students.

 

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate Finance and related courses (including Economics), develop curriculum that prepares students for success in the rapidly evolving world of business, and engage in campus- and community-wide efforts to drive the economic development in the northeast Missouri. In addition, the successful candidate will engage in scholarship, mentor students, and provide service to the university and community.

 

Applicants will be evaluated based on academic qualifications, evidence of teaching effectiveness, teaching philosophy, commitment to student success and development, potential for scholarship, interpersonal skills, and compatibility with department needs.

 

The Program: The Department of Business and Economics, a unit within the School of Business and Professional Studies, offers a BA and BS in Business Administration, with concentrations in Finance, Marketing, Management, and International Business. Additionally, the School of Business offers a BS in Accounting and minors in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, and Accounting.

 

The School of Business and Professional Studies holds both business and accounting accreditation from Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International.

 

The University: Truman State University is home to a vibrant educational community. The approximately 3,500 students who make up its student body are well prepared for the challenging academics in a supportive environment. More than 20 percent engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects. Most gain leadership experience, and nearly half go on to graduate or professional school within a year of earning a degree.

Founded in 1867, Truman is known for its focus on student learning and outcomes and places an emphasis on high-impact experiences such as internships, research, and study abroad opportunities. Truman has the highest overall graduation rate among the state’s public four-year colleges and universities. For more than two decades, Truman has been recognized as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest regional category by U.S. News & World Report, and Washington Monthly consistently ranks Truman as one of the best master’s universities in the nation. For more information regarding additional rankings and acknowledgments, visit truman.edu/about.

The Community: Located in northeast Missouri, Kirksville is a cultural and economic hub in the region. In addition to being the home of Truman, Kirksville is the birthplace of osteopathic medicine and features a medical school, dental school and community college, and the Kirksville School District is consistently recognized for academic excellence. The community takes pride in several annual events including the Red, White and Blue Festival and the FLATS Trail Half-Marathon. The charming downtown area features an arts center, as well as several local shops and restaurants. It is also the site of numerous community events including weekly farmers’ markets from May through October, as well as the Red Barn Arts and Craft Festival each fall. Just a few minutes outside of town is beautiful Thousand Hills State Park with hiking and biking opportunities surrounding the 700-acre Forest Lake. Kirksville offers easy access by car to Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago and Des Moines. Daily flights from Kirksville Regional Airport to Chicago O’Hare provide quick access to one of the country’s major metropolitan areas. More information about Kirksville can be found at visitkirksville.com.

Application: The School of Business and Professional Studies handles the application process. Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu.

 

Completed applications must include a letter of application that clearly addresses the qualifications and evaluative criteria listed above; current curriculum vitae; statement of teaching philosophy that presents the candidate’s commitment to the liberal arts and sciences and to student development; evidence of potential for or demonstrated success in teaching excellence; contact information for three individuals to serve as references; and official or unofficial undergraduate and graduate college transcripts.

 

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. If hired, applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States, official graduate transcripts, or documentation of degrees if transcripts are not available. Final candidates are required to undergo and successfully pass a background check.

Truman State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, Truman State does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its program or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Inquiries may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu .

Truman State is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu