The Business Program at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences in marketing or social psychology. Qualified candidates will situate their research and teaching within marketing, marketing strategy, and consumer behavior and be prepared to teach core courses for the major, including Introduction to Business, Marketing, Marketing Research, and Marketing Strategy–as well as upper-level seminar courses within their area of expertise. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of four years, beginning fall of 2027 , with an additional three years upon reappointment, and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor.
About
Founded in 1833, Oberlin is a private four-year, highly selective national liberal arts college that is also home to an outstanding Conservatory of Music. Together, the two divisions enroll approximately 2900 students. The College views a diverse, equitable, and inclusive educational environment as contributing to the excellence of its academic program and was the first college in the US to admit Black Students and women. Among liberal arts colleges, Oberlin is a national leader in successfully placing graduates into PhD programs.
Oberlin is situated on the outskirts of Cleveland, combining a cozy small-town atmosphere with the cultural amenities of a major city. The Cleveland Museum of Art, the Cleveland Orchestra, the Cinematheque, Karamu House, several educational institutions, and scores of restaurants, bars, music venues, and theaters add to the cultural and educational opportunities of the region.
Since its launch in 2021, the business curricular pathway (integrative concentration) at Oberlin has been a powerful draw for students across various departments in the College and the Conservatory. Given the high level of student interest at Oberlin, as well as the importance of training future business leaders in a liberal arts ethos, Oberlin established a business major in 2024, open to students to declare starting 2025. The new hire in this area will be pivotal in shaping this program. The Business program committee, which oversees curriculum and personnel, includes faculty within Business, Computer Science, Economics, and Psychology. This is a unique opportunity to be a foundational member of a new academic program within a leading liberal arts institution.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will teach the standard teaching load (4.5 courses per year) in the general area of marketing strategy and consumer behavior and be prepared to teach core courses for the major, including Introduction to Business, Marketing, Marketing Research, and Marketing Strategy–as well as upper-level seminar courses within their area of expertise.
The incumbent will also be expected to engage in sustained scholarly research and/or other creative work appropriate to the position and participate in the full range of faculty responsibilities, including academic advising, mentoring undergraduate research, and service on committees. The Department and College actively support new faculty with mentoring and professional development opportunities, including a paid pre-tenure leave for those on the standard six-year track, startup support, and internal grants for conference travel and research.
Qualifications
Among the qualifications required for appointment is the PhD/DBA degree (in hand or expected by first semester of academic year 2027-28). Candidates must demonstrate commitment to and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching. Oberlin is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the distinctiveness and excellence of our academic community through their research, teaching, and service. The incumbent will bring understanding of or experience working with underrepresented and diverse academic populations.
Oberlin College is committed to creating and sustaining a vibrant, welcoming community where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and where every member has an equal opportunity to learn, work, and contribute based on their talents, skills, and merit. We value a campus environment that draws on a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas to enrich education, scholarship, and daily interactions. The College adheres strictly to all applicable federal and state civil rights laws, including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Equal Protection Clause, and related regulations. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic in employment, admissions, or educational programs. Hiring and advancement decisions are made based on qualifications, experience, and job-related criteria. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence, free inquiry, respectful dialogue, and equal opportunity under the law to apply. The Office for Institutional Equity plays a key role in supporting a fair, compliant, and inclusive workplace and learning environment for the entire Oberlin community.
Special Instructions to Applicants
All application materials must be submitted electronically through Oberlin College and Conservatory’s online application process at:
1) A cover letter describing your teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and service, detailing how you contribute to an inclusive learning environment;
2) A Curriculum Vitae;
3) An unofficial graduate transcript;
4) Statement(s) on your teaching philosophy and expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion;
5) A research statement that includes how you will support undergraduate research and, if applicable, how you might incorporate undergraduate students into your research program; and
6) Letters of Reference from three recommenders.*
- By providing three letters of reference, you agree that we may contact your letter writers.
Review of applications will begin on August 15, 2026 , and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the August 15, 2026 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Questions about the position can be addressed to:
[email protected] or by phone at 440-775-5357.
