Title: Special Purpose Faculty - Management

Application Review Date: December 07, 2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Radford University's Department of Management in the AACSB-accredited Davis College of Business and Economics invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Special Purpose faculty position at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor.

We are a collaborative, student-centered department committed to excellence in teaching, experiential learning, and preparing students for successful careers in business. Our faculty bring together academic expertise and real-world experience to create an engaging learning environment that emphasizes practical application and professional development.

We seek a dynamic, student-focused educator with significant professional and/or teaching experience who is passionate about student success and connecting management concepts with real-world business challenges.

Areas of Teaching Expertise

Candidates should possess academic credentials and professional expertise suitable for teaching in one or more of the following areas:
• Entrepreneurship
• Human Resource Management
• Operations Management
• Project Management
• Supply Chain Management
• General Management

Position Responsibilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and student engagement. Responsibilities include teaching four courses per semester, advising students, and participating in service activities at the department, college, and university levels.

Candidates must maintain AACSB faculty qualifications consistent with Instructional Practitioner (IP), Scholarly Practitioner (SP), or Practice Academic (PA) status.

Bring Your Experience into the Classroom. Inspire Future Business Leaders. Make a Difference.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in Management or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
Academic and/or professional qualifications sufficient to teach in an AACSB-accredited business school.
Credentials that support, or have the potential to support, AACSB Instructional Practitioner (IP), Scholarly Practitioner (SP), or Practice Academic (PA) status.

Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining necessary faculty qualifications per the standards of the Davis College of Business and Economics.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated excellence in teaching, including evidence of student engagement and effective classroom instruction.
Significant professional, managerial, leadership, and/or consulting experience in entrepreneurship, human resource management, operations management, project management, supply chain management, or general management.
Experience teaching online and/or hybrid courses.
Demonstrated ability to utilize active learning, experiential learning, and other high-impact educational practices.
Experience advising, mentoring, and supporting student success.
Relevant industry-recognized certifications are desirable, particularly those related to the candidate's teaching areas (e.g., SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or CSCP).

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must provide the following information: an application cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three (3) professional references including both phone and email addresses for each. Successful candidates will be required to provide official transcripts.

Employment Conditions: Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,900 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 75 bachelor's degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master's programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 21 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position 100% telework: No

Months per Year: 9

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Teaching & Research Faculty

Department: Management, Dept of

Salary: $70,000 - $98,000 (Commensurate with experience, qualifications and rank)

Department Contact Name: Zach Collier

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5481

Department Contact Email: zcollier@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.