The Department of Marketing at Florida Gulf Coast University is seeking to fill one full-time, faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This position provides an opportunity to join a dynamic and growing department that values excellence in teaching, research, and service. Candidates applying at the Assistant Professor level should demonstrate strong teaching, evidence of scholarly potential, and the ability to develop a high-quality research agenda. Applicants for the Associate Professor level are expected to have an established record of scholarly publications, effective teaching experience, and evidence of professional or academic service. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to both undergraduate and graduate programs, engage in research that advances the field of marketing, and participate actively in departmental and university service. Candidates with a strong commitment to student success and collegial collaboration are especially encouraged to apply.
As the Assistant or Associate Professor, Marketing you will teach marketing courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as applicable. The teaching load for this position will be up to three courses per semester with the possibility of summer teaching assignments. You will be required to produce scholarly output that allows you to be classified as "Scholarly Academic" according to the LCOB faculty classification. In addition to the teaching and research obligations, you will participate in service activities and/or initiatives that support the mission of the LCOB and FGCU.
Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.
Job Description Typical duties may include but are not limited to:
- Teaches graduate and under graduate and other assigned courses as outlined in the annual assignment.
- Plans, prepares, and teaches assigned courses, including developing syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
- Delivers consistent, interactive, and engaging lectures aligned with curriculum goals and accreditation standards.
- Maintains the highest standards of classroom instruction and engages in reflective self-assessment to ensure continuous improvement.
- Holds regular office hours and provides academic advising and individual support to students.
- Utilizes the University's learning management system and other instructional technologies effectively.
- Collaborates with departmental faculty on curriculum development and program advancement.
- Ensures curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.
- Establishes and maintains an active research program, including opportunities for undergraduate student involvement.
- Demonstrates evidence of scholarly publication and grantsmanship.
- Engages in continued professional development and maintains professional skills appropriate to rank and field.
- Actively participates in departmental, college, and university committees and meetings.
- Contributes to community, institutional, and professional service in support of the University's mission.
- Participates in faculty evaluation, student learning assessment, and required training activities.
- Communicates professionally and in a timely manner with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
- Upholds the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, and excellence in all professional activities.
- Conducts scholarly activities and engage in professional activities applicable to rank and consistent with the LCOB guidelines for faculty classification as Scholarly Academic and engaging in service activities as required.
- Complies with University policies, procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Marketing from anAACSBaccredited university program or equivalent accreditation.
- ABDwill be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2026. If successful candidate isABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract.
- Candidates for an Associate Professor rank must show strong track record of scholarly publications and at a minimum be ranked as "Scholarly Academic" according to the LCOB guidelines for faculty classifications.
- Candidates for an Associate Professor rank must show a strong record of teaching effectiveness.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated record of publishing in leading peer-reviewed journals in Marketing.
- Research and teaching experience in the areas of digital marketing and/or AI.
- Relevant business experience in digital marketing and/or AI.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s).
- Understanding how to use digital and interactive technologies for efficiently and effectively achieving specific learning goals.
- Knowledge of critical thinking processes and understanding how to help learners develop high level questioning skills.
- Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructional models and strategies.
- Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities (e.g. Face-to-face, synchronous online or asynchronous online).
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction, resulting in improved student learning.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Appointment will be made on a 9-month multi-year appointment with an anticipated start date of August 2026. Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DONOTsend examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore, all submitted materials, including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property ofFGCUandCANNOTBERETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property ofFGCU. Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request. Required Application Materials:
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Statement of Research
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Five (5) Professional References
The position is listed as "open until filled", however applications received by November 7, 2025, will receive priority consideration.
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Florida Gulf Coast University
Oct 13, 2025