Assistant Professor of Business
La Crosse, WI - USA
Job Summary
Viterbo Universitys Dahl School of Business is seeking a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Business. This position begins August 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching applied learning ethical leadership and the mission of Viterbo University a Catholic Franciscan institution. This position is based on campus in La Crosse Wisconsin with teaching assignments that may be offered face-to-face online or in a hybrid format.
Responsibilities:
- Teach 12 credit hours per semester primarily in undergraduate Business Management Information Systems and/or Ethics courses in face-to-face online and/or hybrid formats. Courses may include:
- Principles of Management Organizational Behavior Business Ethics Strategic Management Entrepreneurship Information Systems
- Other introductory intermediate or advanced undergraduate business courses aligned with the candidates expertise
- Develop and deliver engaging undergraduate courses that emphasize critical thinking ethical decision-making leadership development and application of business concepts to real-world organizational challenges.
- Use active and experiential learning approaches including case studies applied projects simulations team-based learning community-based projects and other appropriate instructional methods.
- Engage in academic advising student mentoring and support of students academic professional and leadership development.
- Collaborate with business faculty and community partners to create and support experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate students.
- Participate in curriculum development and contribute to the continued development of the College of Business Leadership and Ethics undergraduate business programs.
- Engage with the regional business community and professional organizations to maintain current knowledge of business practices emerging technologies and developments in business and management.
- Engage in service to the department School and University.
- Participate in professional development including scholarship applied research presentations publications consulting or other forms of scholarly and professional engagement appropriate to the faculty members discipline.
- Contribute to accreditation assessment and continuous improvement activities.
- Support the mission and values of Viterbo University through teaching service mentoring and engagement with the University community.
Qualifications:
- An earned Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Ph.D. Ed.D. or other appropriate terminal degree in Business Administration Management Organizational Leadership Information Systems Business Ethics or a closely related field is preferred. Candidates who are ABD and have a clear path to terminal degree completion may also be considered.
- Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of business management organizational behavior information systems strategy entrepreneurship or ethics.
- Demonstrated commitment to high-quality undergraduate teaching and student learning.
- Professional experience in business management information systems consulting entrepreneurship nonprofit management or a related field is desirable.
- Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate level is preferred.
- Experience incorporating experiential learning case studies applied projects simulations or other active-learning approaches into undergraduate business education is desirable.
- Experience teaching face-to-face online and/or hybrid formats is preferred.
- Experience developing or teaching online courses and familiarity with learning management systems and instructional technologies is desirable.
- Evidence of scholarly or professional engagement appropriate to the candidates qualifications and discipline is preferred.
- A demonstrated commitment to undergraduate student success mentoring ethical leadership and values-based education is preferred.
- Must meet ACBSP accreditation requirements for faculty qualifications.
Direct any questions to Dean Nicole Van Ert Dahl School of Business
Applications will be reviewed starting immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Position starts August 2027.
To Apply: Please complete the online employment application form and upload a letter of interest highlighting your experiences to support your candidacy. CV/resume and three professional references.
Alignment: Viterbo University seeks employees who will embrace the University mission and incorporate our values into their day-to-day work.
Mission: The Viterbo University community prepares students for faithful service and ethical leadership.
Values: In keeping with the tradition of our Franciscan founders we hold the following core values:
- Contemplation reflecting upon the presence of God in our lives and work
- Hospitality welcoming everyone we encounter as an honored guest
- Integrity striving for honesty in everything we say and do
- Service working for the common good in the spirit of humility and joy
- Stewardship practicing responsible use of all resources in our trust
About the University: Viterbo University is a private not-for-profit Catholic Franciscan institutions founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1871. Viterbo offers a student-centered liberal arts education with a wide range of undergraduate graduate and professional programs. Located in La Crosse Wisconsin the university is nestled along the scenic Mississippi River and surrounded by the stunning bluffs. The local area combines natural beauty with a vibrant welcoming community offering opportunities for outdoor recreation arts and culture. Together Viterbo and La Crosse provide an exceptional place to live work and make a difference.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship at this time.
The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex or engage in sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the university operates. Title IXs mandate not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to students employees applicants for employment and other persons in all aspects of the universitys programs activities and operations. Inquiries regarding how Title IX applies to the university may be referred to the university Title IX coordinator to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights or to both.
Contact information for the Title IX coordinator is available at Title IX: Sex and Gender Discrimination or Harassment Viterbo University
Required Experience:
Junior IC