Visiting Assistant Professor of Practice Leadership & Human Resource Management

Position summary

The University of Akron invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Practice in Leadership and Human Resource Management (HRM). We seek an accomplished practitionereducator dedicated to excellent teaching and to strengthening industry partnerships that enrich student learning and career outcomes. The appointment is for one academic year.

Key responsibilities

• Teaching (primary): Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in leadership managing people organizational behavior HRM and related areas. Deliver highquality studentcentered instruction in multiple modalities (inperson hybrid online) with evidencebased and inclusive pedagogies.
• Service & engagement: Contribute to program/department committees participate in recruiting and community outreach and support college initiatives (e.g. career readiness executive education).

Required education & credentials

• Masters degree in Management Human Resource Management Industrial/Organizational Psychology Organizational Leadership or a closely related field.

Preferred qualifications

• Documented record of effective collegelevel teaching or corporate/executive instruction in leadership/HRM topics (course evaluations peer reviews teaching awards sample syllabi or portfolios).

• Significant practitioner experience (typically 5 years) in leadership roles within HR or peopleintensive functions.

Application instructions

In order to be considered for this position please attach the necessary documents:

Cover letter describing your fit with the role teaching interests and ability to support experiential learning/industry engagement. Resume/Curriculum vitae Teaching statement (13 pages) highlighting pedagogy inclusivity and assessment approach.

Questions Contact with the subject line Visiting Assistant Professor of Practice Leadership & HRM.

Application deadline: March 04 2026

Compensation: The compensation for this position iscommensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health welfare and safety of all students employees and visitors on our campus. As such all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that allwork performed as an employee ofthe University will be performed in Ohio.