Instructor, General Management

Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Faculty Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Wed Sep 16 2026 Job Description:

The Management Department in the Gordon Ford College of Business seeks applications for a nine-month, full-time Instructor of Management, beginning in Spring 2027. The anticipated start date is January 1st, 2027.

Consistent with the department's "Learning by Doing" philosophy, faculty integrate experiential learning, employer engagement, and career readiness initiatives into their courses. Our curriculum emphasizes applied projects, professional skill development, and preparation for business careers. The department values evidence-based decision-making and encourages the integration of data-driven analysis into coursework where appropriate.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Teach twelve to fifteen credit hours (four to five courses) each semester during the regular academic year. Courses may include Organization and Management, Organizational Behavior, Entrepreneurship, and Human Resource Management. This is an in-person position based on the Bowling Green campus, although some courses may be delivered online or at one of WKU's regional campuses.

Assist in the development and execution of departmental programming, both on campus and within the community.
Participate in community outreach initiatives.

Additional responsibilities may include service contributions to the department, college, university, industry, and professional organizations.

Job Requirements:

• Master's degree in business, management, or a closely related field
• Teaching or professional experience in two or more areas of management

We welcome candidates who bring a broad perspective to management education and are committed to applied, student-centered teaching. We especially encourage applications from candidates who are interested in advising and mentoring students and supporting their academic and professional development.

Additional Information:

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

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