How to hire an assistant professor of business

How to hire an assistant professor of business, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assistant professor of business hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an assistant professor of business job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant professor of business
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The assistant professor of business hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   An assistant professor of business's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assistant professors of business from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of assistant professors of business.

   Type of Assistant Professor Of Business	Description	Hourly rate
   Assistant Professor Of Business	Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a wide variety of academic and career and technical subjects beyond the high school level. They also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.	$23-80
   Business Instructor	A business instructor specializes and focuses on teaching students about various businesses. In learning institutions, a business instructor is responsible for preparing lesson and coursework plans, performing extensive research, organizing various activities to enhance the students' skills and knowledge, facilitating discussions, conducting quizzes and examinations, and developing strategies for better learning... Show more	$12-44
   Adjunct Business Instructor	An adjunct business instructor refers to an educator hired on a contractual basis. They teach introductory undergraduate courses semester-by-semester all through an academic year... Show more	$12-52

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Economics
   • Business Administration
   • Course Curriculum
   • International Business
   • Graduate Courses
   • Curriculum Development
   • Business Management
   • Entrepreneurship
   • Undergraduate Courses
   • Business Communication
   • Organizational Behavior
   • Strategic Management
   • Syllabus
   • Course Materials

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead the operation of the company s entrepreneurship centre.
   • Manage the operation of ERP and financial business systems.
   • Maintain SQL databases; implement active directory OU structure and group policy to manage system standards.
   • Develop and manage overall undergraduate business program and the curriculum of international business, finance and economics majors.
   • Prepare course syllabus, facilitate class discussion, grade assignments, create and administer exams and report student performance.
   • Develop engaging lesson plans through the use of group exercises and PowerPoint.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assistant professor of business job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An assistant professor of business salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, assistant professors of business' average salary in arizona is 45% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level assistant professors of business earn 71% less than senior-level assistant professors of business.
   • Certifications. An assistant professor of business with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an assistant professor of business's salary.

   Average assistant professor of business salary

   $91,546yearly

   $44.01 hourly rate

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   Entry-level assistant professor of business salary

   $49,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 13, 2025

   Average assistant professor of business salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Maryland	$114,612	$55
   2	Alaska	$107,965	$52
   3	New York	$107,867	$52
   4	California	$107,754	$52
   5	New Jersey	$104,437	$50
   6	Ohio	$99,394	$48
   7	District of Columbia	$96,003	$46
   8	Illinois	$94,867	$46
   9	Missouri	$93,909	$45
   10	Virginia	$93,448	$45
   11	Texas	$86,663	$42
   12	Washington	$85,940	$41
   13	Pennsylvania	$85,740	$41
   14	Oregon	$84,733	$41
   15	Florida	$81,123	$39
   16	North Carolina	$77,975	$37
   17	South Carolina	$75,571	$36
   18	Wisconsin	$73,008	$35
   19	Nebraska	$71,580	$34
   20	Colorado	$63,941	$31

   Average assistant professor of business salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Stanford University	$214,517	$103.13	122
   2	University of Rochester	$198,304	$95.34	230
   3	Banner Health	$194,855	$93.68	13
   4	Marshall University	$183,546	$88.24	49
   5	West Virginia University	$177,721	$85.44	61
   6	University of Pittsburgh	$175,826	$84.53	72
   7	Carnegie Mellon University	$173,867	$83.59	49
   8	Fordham University	$171,495	$82.45	1
   9	Univ Of Colorado-Colorado Spgs	$170,953	$82.19
   10	Cottey College	$165,142	$79.40
   11	University of North Carolina	$163,081	$78.40	88
   12	The University of Texas at San Antonio	$162,327	$78.04	144
   13	University of Southern California	$161,698	$77.74	1
   14	The George Washington University	$161,435	$77.61	1
   15	Auburn University	$160,647	$77.23	82
   16	Syracuse University	$159,834	$76.84	13
   17	Pace University	$156,460	$75.22	9
   18	Dartmouth	$155,451	$74.74	1
   19	The Citadel	$154,262	$74.16	96
   20	University of Virginia	$154,216	$74.14	133

4. Writing an assistant professor of business job description

   A job description for an assistant professor of business role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's an assistant professor of business job description:

   Assistant professor of business job description example

   Johns Hopkins Carey Business School invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level in Operations Management and Business Analytics. The appointment will begin in Fall 2023. This position is open at both Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC campuses. We welcome applications from candidates motivated by the unique opportunity to participate in building a world-class business school at a premier private university.
   Qualified candidates for a tenure track faculty position must have the following:
   
   + A PhD degree in Operations Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Decision Sciences, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, or a related field conferred by employment start date.
   
   + Demonstrated a strong commitment to academic research and excellence in teaching.
   
   Teaching responsibilities will include MBA/MS-level courses. Evidence of successful teaching in a graduate business school environment is desirable but not required.
   
   Applications MUST be submitted using Interfolio (apply.interfolio.com/113240/) and include:
   
   + Cover letter addressed to Recruiting Committee
   
   + Curriculum vitae
   
   + Three (3) confidential letters of reference
   
   + Up to three (3) research papers
   
   Applications will be reviewed by the Search Committee and will be accepted until the position is filled. To receive full consideration, candidates are encouraged to submit their applications by October 9, 2022. JHU Carey faculty will conduct interviews thereafter.
   
   Johns Hopkins Carey Business School conducts a pre-employment background check and degree verification on all candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer.
   
   The search committee is dedicated to hiring candidates who, through their research, teaching, and service will contribute to the excellence and diversity of the Carey Business School, Johns Hopkins University, our students, and the broader academic community. The leadership, faculty, and staff of the Carey Business School are committed to enhancing our school culture through an environment that welcomes and respects everyone.
   
   Job Type: Full Time Johns Hopkins University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Consistent with the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.

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5. Post your job

   To find assistant professors of business for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any assistant professors of business they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level assistant professors of business with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   To find assistant professor of business candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as k12jobspot, learn4good, serious teachers, teachingjobs.com.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit assistant professors of business, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant professor of business

   Once you've decided on a perfect assistant professor of business candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new assistant professor of business. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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