Assistant Professor Entrepreneurship (77960)

Position Summary

The Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Iona University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in August 2026.

Faculty are expected to demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels work within a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment of entrepreneurship educators pursue an original research agenda (which may include applied and educational research) and engage in service addition the candidate will work closely with the Hynes Institute team to develop and support curricular and co-curricular learning opportunities for Iona students.

Applications should include a formal letter of interest indicating teaching and research interests a CV a teaching statement and at least three academic references.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must have earned (or completed the requirements for) a Ph.D. in entrepreneurship or a closely related field before August 2026.

• Evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level.

• Evidence of academic applied and/or educational research in the field of specialization.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty staff and students in a multicultural/multiethnic suburban campus environment with a substantial population of first-generation students.

• Prior entrepreneurial experience (preferred but not required)

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About the Hynes Institute

The Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation was established in 2017 through a record-setting $15 million gift from James P. Hynes 69 01H and Anne Marie Hynes. It is an award winning interdisciplinary program that fosters the development of creativity leadership and entrepreneurship skills critical for success in a global economy. The Hynes Institute offers two undergraduate majors a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurial Leadership and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship as well as an advanced certificate in Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Located at the center of campus the Hynes Institute is housed in a 3800-square-foot state-of-the-art coworking space offering a modern and sustainable home for creativity on campus and addition the Hynes Institute operates its GaelVentures Community Incubator at 748 North Avenue.

About Iona/EEO Statement:

Founded in 1940 Iona University is a private Catholic coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona is a growing highly accredited institution located just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan with campuses in New Rochelle Bronxville and a new location in County Mayo Ireland. With over 4000 students Iona offers small classes engaged faculty and a wide range of programs across the School of Arts & Science the LaPenta School of Business (AACSBaccredited) the NewYorkPresbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences and the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Recognized by The Princeton Review The Wall Street Journal Forbes and U.S. News & World Report Iona is nationally ranked for academic qualitysocial mobility and longterm return on investment. The Universitys continued growth and rising reputation reflect its commitment to academic excellence innovation service and opportunity.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Iona is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered free from discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws. Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates ofall backgrounds.