Quinlan School of Business, Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship | Chicago, IL

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  • Location: Chicago, IL

  • Company: Loyola University Chicago

Code SCHOOL OF BUSINESS-MANAGEMENT (02210D) Department Name SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Is this split and/or fully grant funded?

No Duties and Responsibilities The Department of Management in the Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago, invites applications for a faculty appointment in Entrepreneurship beginning in the Fall term of 2024.

The tenure-track position is open at the Assistant Professor level. The Quinlan School of Business at Loyola University Chicago is an AACSB accredited institution. It presently has approximately 2,000 undergraduate and 500+ graduate students, 95 full-time faculty and six endowed chairs. The management department consists of a group of internationally

recognized scholars with publications in leading journals. Located less than a mile from Chicago's Loop and two blocks from the Magnificent Mile, Loyola's Quinlan School of Business sits in the heart of Chicago, a world-class destination for commerce and culture.

Quinlan's location provides close connections to Chicago's business communities in educating responsible leaders who strengthen our global marketplace. The School supports an undergraduate business curriculum, including a major and minor in Entrepreneurship, an evening MBA program with both full-time and flex-time students, an EMBA and other executive education programs, and seven specialty master's programs. Quinlan's program

was ranked #1 in Chicago (U. S. News & World Report) and multiple graduate programs are in the top 25 (U.

S. News & World Report). As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our mission and deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. Loyola University Chicago is the school of choice for those who wish to seek new knowledge in the service of humanity in a world-renowned urban center as members of a diverse learning community that values freedom of inquiry, the pursuit of truth and care for others. Our mission reflects 'preparing people to lead extraordinary lives. ' To learn more about the LUC mission, consult our website at.

For information about the university's focus on transformative education, consult our website at. Quinlan tenure-track faculty engage in impactful teaching, high-quality research, service to the profession, school, and share a strong commitment to and understanding of the University's mission. We seek candidates at the assistant professor level who will become established leaders in the entrepreneurship field defined broadly. Candidates should demonstrate a strong research agenda and pipeline. Research streams (e. g. social entrepreneurship, diversity and entrepreneurship, family business) which advance the University's mission will be favorably received by the committee.

We seek a scholar who can support the current undergraduate and master's levels curriculum in entrepreneurship and within the Management Department. The initial teaching load is four undergraduate or graduate courses a year. Specific course assignments may include, but are not limited to courses in our undergraduate entrepreneurship major, and can include other courses within the applicants' area of specialization that are not specific to entrepreneurship, such as strategic management, managing people and organizations, etc.

For more information on the undergraduate and graduate curriculum, see: , , and. The Department of Management consists of 26 full-time faculty members with specialists in socially responsible business practices, entrepreneurship, strategy, organizational behavior, human resources, sports management, and international business. Social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion are core elements of the University's mission. The Quinlan School of Business at Loyola University Chicago educates responsible leaders who make a difference in the local and global business system.

Quinlan draws on the resources of a world-class location in the heart of Chicago and 95 industry-leading faculty to offer leading undergraduate, graduate, and executive education to over 2,600 students. Quinlan's highly respected degrees include the Baumhart Scholars MBA for purpose-driven professionals and the Next Generation MBA program. The Quinlan School of Business strives to fully represent our community by continually searching for applicants with different backgrounds to enrich the educational experience. Qualifications Earned Ph. D. (or equivalent) or close to completing a Ph.

D. by August 2024 in Entrepreneurship or a focus on Entrepreneurship in a closely related field Established record of ongoing research activities in the field Candidates are expected to have earned their degree prior to the effective date of appointment Demonstrated teaching effectiveness and innovative approaches to entrepreneurship education Desired Qualifications: Although not required, prior professional experience in the new venture development/consulting area is preferred Qualifications to teach courses beyond entrepreneurship Experience developing new courses and curriculum Physical Demands None Working Conditions None Minimum Education and/or Work Experience Earned Ph.

D. (or equivalent) or close to completing a Ph. D. by August 2024 in Entrepreneurship or a focus on Entrepreneurship in a closely related field Established record of ongoing research activities in the field Candidates are expected to have earned their degree prior to the effective date of appointment Demonstrated teaching effectiveness and innovative approaches to entrepreneurship education Desired Qualifications: Although not required, prior professional experience in the new venture development/consulting area is preferred Qualifications to teach courses beyond entrepreneurship Experience developing new courses and curriculum Open Date 11/07/2023 Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Summer support may be available and is based upon competitive research proposals. Application Deadline: This position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. Candidates should submit the full application through the application portal at: Required documents: 1. Cover Letter 2. Curriculum Vitae 3.

Research Statement 4. Teaching Philosophy 5. Diversity Statement (max. 300 words; see prompt) 6. References (3) In the cover letter, please describe area of research and preferred courses to teach. For the diversity statement, please use the following prompt: How has your research, teaching, and/or service addressed issues of diversity and inclusion, and how do you envision implementing future actions to demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion? The diversity statement should be no more than 300 words. In the application materials, the candidate should also provide the names and email addresses of three individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position.

Referees will not be contacted immediately but might be at subsequent points in the review process. For additional information, please contact Ugur Uygur, Ph. D. Search Committee Chair Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship Management Department Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. The University seeks to increase the diversity of its professoriate, workforce and undergraduate and graduate student populations because broad diversity-including a wide range of individuals who contribute to a robust academic environment-is critical to achieving the University's mission of excellence in education, research, educational access and services in an increasingly diverse society.

Therefore, in holistically accessing the many qualifications of each applicant, we would factor favorably an individual's record of conduct that includes experience with an array of diverse perspectives, as well as a wide variety of different educational, research or other work activities.

Among other qualifications, we would also factor favorably experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career or degrees. As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC's mission, candidates should consult our website at. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www. luc. edu/transformativeed.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance.

We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others. Quick Link for Posting www. careers. luc. edu/postings/26795 Job Number 8500268 Organizational Location PROVOST Posting Details Posting Detail Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/12/2024 Position End Date Open Until Filled Yes

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