The Hampton University James T. George (JTG) School of Business invites nominations and applications for Assistant/Associate Professor/Chair of Entrepreneurship & Innovation with appointments beginning Fall 2026 (until filled). Tenure Track positions are offered at the discretion of the University and are based on the experience and credentials of the candidate. Prior tenure appointments are not transferable.
Founded in 1868, Hampton University is a leading historically black university (HBCU) located on the Virginia Peninsula in the City of Hampton. It is a privately endowed, co-educational, nonsectarian institution. Our faculty bring diverse experiences from their academic and professional backgrounds to ensure students receive an education that prepares them for global opportunities. We are committed to the promotion of learning, the development of character, the creation of knowledge, and service to society. The JTG School of Business endeavors to prepare students for positions of leadership and ownership in a global society marked by change and complexity. Our experience provides students an exceptional holistic business education that prepares them for success in any business environment. Faculty members are dedicated to preparing students to become industry ready professionals with impeccable character and a strong work ethic. Please consider joining us!
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate entrepreneurship courses
- Provide instruction based on course description, and outlines, and course description and meet classes as scheduled and maintain accurate academic records
- Assess student performance and remain current with content, technology, and teaching and learning strategies in the discipline
- Collaborate with colleagues to review and revise curriculum, course development, teaching materials and teaching methods to promote student success and lifelong learning
- Engage in high-quality research and grant writing
- Provide service to the university and attend meetings/events as required by the University, the School, and the Department
- Serve and function as an academic advisor
- Work closely with the School administration to create opportunities with local and national entities to support program goals and engage in fundraising
- Maintain academic standards and professional ethics
- Identify and implement recruitment strategies to increase enrollment in the department
- Engage in departmental administrative tasks as necessary
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of the School of Business
Salary Range: $100,000 to $110,000
Qualifications
The ideal candidate has a doctoral degree in Entrepreneurship, Business Administration/Management, Innovation, or other related field with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. Candidates with Masters degrees and 18 credit hours in the respective fields will be considered with prior teaching and/or professional experience. Candidates must be available to work in person at our main campus location in Hampton VA.
How to Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For an initial review, applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter electronically to jtgschoolofbusiness@hamptonu.edu . If selected for further processing, additional application documents will be requested.