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Assistant/Associate Professor in Career & Technical Education (CTE) /Organizational Leadership and Learning (OLL)

Appalachian State University
United States, North Carolina, Boone
287 Rivers Street (Show on map)
Jan 12, 2025
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Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor in Career & Technical Education (CTE) /Organizational Leadership and Learning (OLL)
Tenure Status Tenure Track
Provide Rank Assistant/Associate
Position Number 008611
Department Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development - 260750
Position Summary Information


Minimum Qualifications
An earned doctorate with specific expertise in Career and Technical Education, Communications, Business and Data Analytics, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Contextual Leadership, Organizational Learning, or closely related areas.
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
The program invites applications for this faculty position in Career and Technical Education/Organizational Leadership & Learning. The candidate should have expertise in Business Communications, International Business Communications, Cross-Cultural Communications, Data and Assessment, Learning Analytics, Professional Development, Organizational Learning and development, 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 communications, cross-cultural communications, data and assessment, and learning analytics.
  • Experience with in-person and online teaching/training/professional development.
  • Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills.



Evidence of or potential for scholarship related to Career & Technical Education, Organizational Leadership and Learning, Business and Cross-Cultural Communications 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; Library Science; International Leadership; and School Administration. The department serves students at the main campus in Boone and the new Hickory campus, in addition to App State Online students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching

  • Extensive teaching in on-campus environments as well as hybrid and online courses.
  • Develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses related to business communications, cross-cultural communications, data and assessment, learning analytics, leadership, and professional development.
  • Create and update curriculum materials to reflect advancements in the field.
  • Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that encourages critical thinking and creativity.



Research and Scholarship

  • Engage in high-impact research related to Career & Technical Education, Organizational Leadership and Learning, Business and Cross-Cultural Communications 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 08/15/2025
Suggested Salary Range Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
ABD Consideration: No ABD consideration (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:

  1. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Statement of Teaching Interests
  4. Evidence of Teaching
  5. Statement of Research Interests
  6. List of References with Contact Information


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.
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 12/18/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins 01/15/2025
Search Chair Name Jerianne Taylor
Search Chair Email taylorjs@appstate.edu
Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/48966
Posting Number FA00482P
Applied = 0

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