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Assistant Professor of Marketing – AI Focus

The Department of Marketing at the Perdue School of Business at Salisbury University is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Marketing.  This is a full-time, tenure-track position expected to begin in August 2026.

Area of Specialization: AI applications in Marketing / Marketing Research/ AI strategy.

Primary Job Duties: Teach marketing courses at the undergraduate and possibly graduate level as per the needs of the department while maintaining an active research agenda. Utilize effective teaching and classroom management strategies that enhance the success of diverse learners. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in applications of artificial intelligence in marketing. The faculty would also be expected to do service to the department by being associated with all student events organized by the department. The standard teaching load is 9 credit hours per semester.

Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree or ABD in Marketing or a related discipline from an AACSB-accredited university. If ABD, the candidate would be hired at the rank of Instructor with the requirement that the doctoral degree be completed within one year of the hire date.

Preferred Qualifications: Capable of meeting AACSB Scholarly Academic standards (SA) as per the current definitions of the Perdue School of Business. Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed marketing journals. Experience teaching Marketing Research and AI-related topics at the university level. Relevant industry experience is a plus. Preference would be given to those faculty who have taught a variety of Marketing Courses.

Applications received by October 20th, 2025 will be given first consideration.  The position will remain open until filled.  Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Appointment will be contingent upon verification of eligibility to work in the U.S. Please visit our website  to apply online.  See the FAQs of the Online Employment Application System for more information and instructions.    

To be considered an applicant, you must apply online and submit the following: 1) Letter of interest; 2) Curriculum vitae; 3) Teaching philosophy; 4) Research statement; and 5) the names and contact information of at least three (3) professional references. All documents must be submitted via the online employment application system. Questions about the position should be directed to the search chair(s), Dr. Gustavo Schneider ) and/or Dr Simba Pasirayi )

Committee members will conduct initial interviews over Zoom.

This position is based in Salisbury, MD, an area with a culturally diverse population with rich cultural experiences. Salisbury University, a member of the University System of Maryland, is a regionally accredited four-year comprehensive institution offering 60 distinct graduate and undergraduate programs. Founded in 1925, Salisbury University features a beautiful campus close to ocean beaches and the Chesapeake Bay, and 2-3 hours from the metropolitan areas of Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Norfolk.  SU is consistently ranked among the nation's top colleges and 'best values' by U.S. News and World Report, The Princeton Review, and other publications.  SU has 416 full-time faculty members serving a student population of approximately 8700.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of Salisbury University. We strive to create a truly diverse and inclusive environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives of our community is harnessed to create value for our University community to include students, faculty, and staff, today and in the future.  To this end, the University recruits exceptional and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across Maryland, the United States, and around the world, supporting all members of the University community as they work together to achieve institutional goals and vision. To learn more about the University's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, please visit

Salisbury University (SU) has a strong institutional commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunities to all qualified people.  To that end, the University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.  Direct all inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy to: Humberto Aristizabal, Associate Vice President, Institutional Equity, Title IX Coordinator, 100 Holloway Hall, Tel

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The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.

Priority will be given to applicants who apply by October 20, 2025. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Please note, only applications submitted through Salisbury University's Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any supporting documents must be uploaded with the online application, as documents sent via email will not be accepted. Additionally, three professional references will be required during the final stages of the hiring process. Candidates will be notified prior to their references being contacted.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of Salisbury University. We strive to create a truly diverse and inclusive environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives of our community is harnessed to create value for our institution, today and in the future.  To this end, the University recruits exceptional and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across Maryland, the United States, and around the world, supporting all members of the University community as they work together to achieve institutional goals and vision. To learn more about the University's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, please visit