AssociateFull Professor of Business Communication and Emerging Technology

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Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Montclair State University invites applications for a full-time mid- to senior-level tenure-track faculty position in Business Communication and Emerging Technology beginning August 28 2026. This joint appointment between the Department of Information Management and Business Analytics in the Feliciano School of Business and the Department of Writing Studies in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences reflects a strategic commitment to advancing interdisciplinary education and research at the intersection of business communication and emerging technologies. Applicants should be qualified for appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor and candidates currently holding tenure at their home institution are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to bridge business and writing studies to strengthen the communication storytelling and digital fluency of undergraduate and graduate students preparing for roles in a global technology-driven marketplace. We seek a scholar and educator with a proven record of curriculum innovation research productivity and student mentorship who can integrate rhetorical and writing expertise with emerging technology practices including AI-driven tools data visualization and cross-platform digital enviroments. The position will involve shared responsibilities across both departments including teaching curricular and program development and the advancement of interdisciplinary initiatives that prepare students to communicate effectively think critically and act ethically in complex business and organizational contexts.

Candidates are expected to maintain a visible and productive research agenda with high-quality publications and external funding while also contributing to the growth of experiential learning opportunities through community partnerships and industry engagement. Evidence of success in interdisciplinary collaboration program development and student mentoring is strongly desired. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the ability to work in a diverse collaborative and inclusive environment that values innovation equity and global perspectives.

THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS ANALYTICS

The Department of Information Management and Business Analytics (IMBA) offers a BS in Business Analytics BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Management of Information Systems (MIS) a minor in Business Analytics two graduate certificate programs in Business Analytics and Project Management and a Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA). The department also supports the MBA Program teaching both required and elective MIS and BA graduate courses. The department houses the faculty and curriculum for the business communication courses.

THE DEPARTMENT OF WRITING STUDIES

The Writing Studies Department is a growing department with an undergraduate major and minor in Public and Professional Writing and a large general education writing program serving nearly 4000 students per semester. The department offers a range of courses that include emphases on technical digital visual medical/health social justice and community-based rhetoric and professional writing. Writing Studies courses are taught by over 30 full-time faculty as well as a dedicated part-time cohort with expertise areas that span science technical business and health-related professional writing; rhetoric studies; community-engaged teaching learning and advocacy; creative writing; literary study and the arts. Our faculty are active writers scholars teachers and artists who present their work at conferences and in monographs professional journals arts magazines and other media; offer workshops on writing and teaching; and actively participate in the life of the university and surrounding communities.

THE FELICIANO SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

The mission of the Feliciano School of Business is to transform todays students into tomorrows business leaders. The school which is accredited by AACSB International offers distinctive programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level including a new BS in Business Analytics BS in Business Administration (ten concentrations) BS in Accounting BA in Economics MBA MS in Accounting MS Business Analytics MS Digital Marketing Analytics MS Human Resource Analytics and various graduate level certificates and minors and certificates for non-business students. Among the Schools strengths are a world-class faculty and staff a diverse and driven student body an engaged network of alumni and strong corporate and institutional partnerships. Both academics and program-related activities are focused on student success and providing experiential opportunities beyond the classroom. The Ellyn A. McColgan Center for Student Services offers results-driven advising and career guidance to students as well as access to internships coops and mentorship support. The school also houses the Center for Business Analytics and Innovative Technologies and the Feliciano Center for Entrepreneurship. The Feliciano School of Business is highlighted in The Princeton Reviews Guide to the Best 295 Business Schools and ranked among the top part-time and online MBA programs by U.S. News and World Report and Fortune Magazine. Nearly 105 full-time faculty and 35 staff members bring an impressive range of expertise to the school with terminal degrees and advanced training from leading universities.

THE COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) is the Universitys largest academic unit with over 5000 undergraduate masters and doctoral students. CHSS awards BA MA and PhD degrees through its 16 departments and 9 programs with over 30 majors and 50 minors. Offering traditional and interdisciplinary learning the College is home to outstanding researchers across all disciplines while its faculty are also superb classroom instructors. The College proudly embraces the Universitys diversity and its dual mission of promoting both research excellence and social mobility through transformative accessible education.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A terminal degree (Ph.D. DBA or equivalent) in Business Communication Professional/Technical Writing Rhetoric and Composition Organizational Communication or a closely related field.

• Demonstrated teaching excellence and curricular innovation at the college level.

• A record (or clear potential) of interdisciplinary research or creative activity.

• Knowledge of or experience with digital communication tools platforms and technologies including AI.

• Strong commitment to inclusive teaching practices and communication equity in global and multicultural business environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional or consulting experience in business or organizational communication.

• Candidates with professional experience through consulting or corporate roles may also apply.

STARTING DATE August 28 2026

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

• Cover letter curriculum vitae research and teaching statements and representative publications which can be uploaded during the application process.

• Names and contact information for three professional references.

• Candidates who are shortlisted will be asked to supply three letters of recommendation.

APPLY BY: The position is open until filled and application review begins immediately.

Salary Range

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