Instructor/ Assistant Professor of Marketing, Department of Applied Business Studies

The Department of Applied Business Studies is seeking applicants for a 9-month, non-tenure track faculty position to start August 2026. A student-oriented Instructor is sought who has a passion for teaching Marketing and who is committed to staying abreast of this rapidly changing field.

The Marketing program is a dynamic and student-centered discipline that emphasizes real-world application, industry relevance, and experiential learning. Students engage in hands-on projects, case studies, and applied experiences designed to prepare them for successful careers in a rapidly evolving business environment. Faculty are committed to innovative teaching practices, strong connections with industry, and mentoring students as they develop both academically and professionally.

Minimum Qualifications: Teaching excellence is a primary consideration.  A record of successful teaching both on-campus and online is expected. The ideal candidate should be comfortable teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Marketing. A Master’s degree in Marketing or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Marketing coursework.

Responsibilities: This is a 9-month, non-tenure track Instructor position in Marketing. The successful candidate will teach five three-credit-hour courses (15 credit hours) per semester at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, with typical class sizes ranging from 15 to 35 students. Teaching responsibilities may include a variety of marketing courses, depending on departmental needs and the candidate’s areas of expertise. The courses will be both on-campus and online depending on needs.

The selected candidate is expected to maintain currency in the field through appropriate scholarly and/or professional engagement and to contribute to the life of the department, college, and university through service activities. Faculty also play a key role in mentoring Marketing majors, supporting student success and career readiness. The division of work duties may be modified through negotiation between the faculty member and the Department Chair, when such a change in assignment will mutually benefit the faculty member and Department.

Rank: Instructor/Assistant Professor

Benefits: To review our competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits.

Appointment Date: August 2026

Priority Application Deadline: Priority deadline is May 29, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.

Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three professional references. Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Dr. Ron Christian (Search Committee Chair)

rgchristian@fhsu.edu

785-628-4745

About the Department:

The Department of Applied Business Studies (ABS) is one of four departments in the Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship at FHSU and offers outstanding undergraduate and graduate instruction. Currently, the degrees and majors offered by the department are a BBA in Marketing, a BS in Business Education, and a BS/BBA in Tourism and Hospitality Management. All of these degrees are offered through distance learning and face-to-face instruction. The department is involved in international partnerships. Additionally, the department contributes to teaching Marketing courses in the college’s MBA program.

About Fort Hays State University:
Founded in 1902, FHSU is a leading, forward-thinking university of the Midwest, with student enrollment exceeding 15,500 (including 4,500+ on the Hays campus, a unique China partnership program with enrollment of 4,000 students, and FHSU Online enrollment at over 7,000). Over 400 faculty and more than 500 professional and staff support and guide degree and certificate programs for the associate’s, bachelor's, and master's programs, and for the Doctorate of Nursing Practice, representing 31 departments within these academic divisions:

• College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
• W.R. and Yvonne Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship
• College of Education
• College of Health and Behavioral Sciences
• Peter Werth College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics
• Graduate School

Fort Hays State University provides exceptional opportunities for students from Kansas, the region, and the world, and the University attracts goal-oriented students who want premier learning experiences inside and outside the classroom combined with one-to-one attention and support. FHSU students graduate with the knowledge, professional skills, and confidence to have a competitive edge in their chosen careers. Upon graduation, 95% of FHSU students find a job or placement in graduate school.

Community of Hays:

FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.

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