University of Georgia

Posting Number: F1950P
Working Title: Lecturer
Department: Terry-Marketing

About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department

The Terry College is the state’s flagship business school, with undergraduate, and graduate programs consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities. The Terry College moved into brand new, state-of-the-art facilities in 2017. To learn more about the College, Department, and specific programs, please visit https://terry.uga.edu/. Athens, Georgia is generally regarded as one of the best college towns in the United States. It is nicknamed “The Classic City” because of its architecture and vibrant music, art, and food scene. Athens is located about 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with affordable real estate prices and a low cost of living.

College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan:
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Underutilization:
Advertised Salary:
Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2024
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings):
Job Posting Date: 04/17/2024
Job Closing Date:
Open until filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin immediately. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a full vitae, a teaching statement including student ratings, and contact information for three references (including email address). Applications submitted in other ways will not be considered. The department will reach out to your references at the appropriate time in the process. Initial interviews will be conducted via Skype or Zoom. Please address any questions about the application process to the search committee chair, Dr. Marcus Cunha (cunhamv@uga.edu).

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Information
Classification Title: Lecturer
FLSA:
Faculty Rank: Lecturer
Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications
Master’s or Doctoral degree in marketing or a related discipline from an AACSB accredited university or international equivalent at the time of appointment.

Position Summary
The Department of Marketing in the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia invites applications for a non-tenure-track faculty position at the lecturer level. The position will begin in the fall semester of 2024, with an anticipated employment start date of August 1, 2024.

Additional Requirements
Candidates should have at least 2 years of marketing experience relevant to the position. Candidates with a Master’s degree must document exceptional accomplishments in marketing and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.

The position is renewable based on performance and promotion to Senior Lecturer is possible after six years of service. For information regarding the requirements for each faculty rank, please see the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion of Lecturers (https://provost.uga.edu/policies/appointment-promotion-andtenure/guidelines-for-appointment-and-promotion-of-lecturers/).

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
The successful candidate will have a background that includes University-level teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level and an interest in teaching introductory marketing courses.