Assistant/Associate Professor in Organizational Leadership and Learning (OLL) - 2 Vacancies

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Assistant/Associate Professor in Organizational Leadership and Learning (OLL) - 2 Vacancies

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Position Title	Assistant/Associate Professor in Organizational Leadership and Learning (OLL) - 2 Vacancies
Tenure Status	Tenure Track
Provide Rank	Assistant/Associate
Position Number	062741 , 082401
VISA Sponsorship?	VISA sponsorship is available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Department	Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development - 260750
Working Location (City, State)	Boone, NC

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications	An earned doctorate with specific expertise in Business and Data Analytics, Assessment, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Contextual Leadership, Organizational Learning and Development, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Talent Development, Organizational Learning, Learning Analytics, Project Management, or closely related areas.
Areas of Interest and Preferred Qualifications (No Minimum Level Required)	The Department of Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development invites applications for this faculty position in Organizational Leadership & Learning. The candidate should have expertise in Business and Data Analytics, Assessment, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Contextual Leadership, Organizational Learning and Development, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Talent Development, Organizational Learning, Learning Analytics, Project Management, or closely related areas. Candidates who can demonstrate the following are desired: Professional experience to facilitate students’ application of principles and concepts related to Business and Data Analytics, Assessment, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Contextual Leadership, Organizational Learning and Development, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Talent Development, Organizational Learning, Learning Analytics, Project Management, or closely related areas. Experience with in-person and online teaching/training/professional development. Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills. Applied professional experience in the discipline(s) being taught, demonstrating real-world knowledge and current industry practices. Evidence of or potential for scholarship related to Organizational Leadership and Learning or related areas.
License/Certification Required	N/A
Description of the Department or Unit	The Department of Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development is one of five departments in the Reich College of Education, offering programs that prepare students for employment in a wide variety of teaching, administrative, and service roles, as well as employment or career advancement in business and industry. The department includes programs in Career and Technical Education; Organizational Leadership & Learning; Media, Technology and Learning Design; and International Leadership. The department serves students at the main campus in Boone and the new Hickory campus, as well as App State Online students. The Organizational Leadership and Learning Flight Path Program is a project-based program designed to meet the needs of each student. All students will engage with universal concepts that apply to every career path, such as: Leadership and management foundations Effective communication and teamwork Career management Project management Professional learning and development Entrepreneurial thinking and innovative problem-solving Data analysis, digital literacy, and the use of technology in leadership
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Teaching Extensive teaching in online, hybrid, and on-campus environments. Develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses related to Business and Data Analytics, Assessment, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Contextual Leadership, Organizational Learning and Development, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Talent Development, Organizational Learning, Learning Analytics, Project Management, or closely related areas. Create and update curriculum materials to reflect advancements in the field. Foster a welcoming and engaging learning environment that encourages critical thinking and creativity. Research and Scholarship Engage in high-impact research related to Organizational Leadership and Learning or related areas. Disseminate research findings through academic journals, conference presentations, public scholarship, or creative products. Pursue external funding opportunities to support research and creative projects. Student Advising and Mentorship Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, guiding them in their academic and career pursuits. Service, Leadership, and Engagement Participate in departmental and institutional committees and contribute to academic program development. Collaborate with colleagues on innovative projects and initiatives. Engage with the broader academic and professional communities through outreach and service. The successful candidate will sincerely commit to promoting the College’s Strategic Vision, Mission, and Values. For more information, click here.
Type of Position	Full Time Position
Appointment Type	1.0
Number Of Months Per Year	9
Physical Demands of Position	To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Posting Details Information

Proposed Date of Hire	08/01/2027
Suggested Salary Range	Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
ABD Consideration:	ABD with reduction in rank and salary (see desc. below)
ABD Description	ABD with reduction in rank and salary: ABD will be considered for this position. Evidence of successful defense of the dissertation must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation of defense is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a new one-year fixed-term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor. The candidate’s salary will also be reduced to a lower rate commensurate with other full-time instructors in the same department. However, if degree verification is provided before the end of the one-year fixed-term contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year. No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.
Special Instructions to Applicants	For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board: Cover Letter / Letter of Interest Curriculum Vitae List of Professional References with Contact Information Doctoral/Graduate Unofficial Transcript
UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires	The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.
Posting Date	09/24/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins	11/01/2026
Search Chair Name	Kevin Sutton
Search Chair Email	[email protected]
Quick Link	https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55705
Posting Number	FA00594P

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1. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. List of References with Contact Information
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1. Evidence of Teaching
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