Chairperson of the Department of Marketing

Ball State University

Muncie, IN

ID: 7285471 (Ref.No. BSU45171)
Posted: 2 months ago
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Serve as chairperson of the department; teach 9 credit hours during the academic year, engage in scholarly research, and service to the institution.

The Miller College of Business at Ball State University seeks an innovative and visionary leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Marketing. The department offers students a distinctive educational experience, with a nationally recognized Sales Center, an innovative curriculum, and experiential learning experiences.

As Chair of the Department of Marketing, you will lead a vibrant and collaborative team, advancing the department’s academic programs, operations, personnel, budget, and student-focused activities. You will also collaborate closely with our Bryan Dean of the Miller College of Business and the rest of our leadership team in advancing the College’s strategic goals.

The ideal candidate will have a track record of excellence in teaching and research, along with proven leadership experience. We seek a candidate who will mentor and support a diverse group of faculty and staff, be an advocate for the department, and build strong relationships with alumni, businesses, and the wider community. In addition, the ideal candidate will have visibility in the discipline, and a commitment to Ball State University’s Enduring Values.

At Ball State University, we are committed to the success of our students by offering distinctive educational experiences that prepare them for successful careers and meaningful lives. This position offers an extraordinary opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students, our community, and the future of marketing.

This position is not remote; significant on campus presence is required. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2025.

Job Function:

Serve as chairperson of the department; teach 9 credit hours during the academic year, engage in scholarly research, and service to the institution.

Minimum Education:

PhD or DBA in Marketing or a closely related business discipline from an accredited graduate program by date of appointment.

Minimum Experience:

Five academic years (at least 40 months) of prior experience in teaching and research.

Preferred Experience:

Visibility in the discipline, commitment to community engagement and societal impact, and a genuine interest in business as a force for good.
At least one year of administrative experience which may include, but not limited to, scheduling, recruiting and mentoring, preparation of policy and process documents, management of advisory boards, management of budgets, curriculum management, participation in accreditation-related activities, and performance assessment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as the department’s primary spokesperson and representative to the college, university, and external community.
Provide direction to the department, consistent with University and College Strategic Plans. Engage in short- and long-range planning for the department, in cooperation with the faculty.
Keep abreast of developments in the discipline and encourage excellence and innovation in scholarship and teaching.
Provide leadership in the development and evaluation of academic programs and curriculum within the department. Guide the department’s innovations in course content, curriculum, and delivery methods.
Supervise faculty and staff in a manner that creates a positive and engaged culture. Assign faculty teaching assignments and service responsibilities. Engage in recruitment, performance evaluation, discipline, annual compensation adjustments, and training and career development of personnel.
Act as fiscal agent for the department and allocate funds and resources in a manner designed to promote excellence.
Ensure department compliance with HLC and AACSB accreditation standards.
Support college initiatives, and implement university, college, and department policies.
Teach 9 credit hours in the academic year. Conduct scholarly research and publish in quality academic and professional journals.
Actively contribute professional service to the Department, College, and University, and engage with the academic, business and broader community.
Perform other related tasks as assigned.

At Ball State University, we recognize inclusive excellence as an integral endeavor to fulfill our University’s mission and our strategic plan. We recruit, support, and retain a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. We encourage and reward diversity of thought. We promote a work environment that encourages and rewards innovation and creativity. We pledge to keep Inclusive Excellence at the highest level of institutional importance and as a foundation in all that we strive to do. Our over-arching goal for Inclusive Excellence is to adopt a university-wide Inclusive Excellence approach to academic, administrative support, and service functions of the university. We believe Inclusive Excellence must be infused in every step we take.

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