How to hire an associate professor of management

How to hire an associate professor of management, step by step

Here's a step-by-step associate professor of management hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an associate professor of management, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   An associate professor of management's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, associate professors of management 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.

   Here's a comparison of associate professor of management salaries for various roles:

   Type of Associate Professor Of Management	Description	Hourly rate
   Associate Professor Of Management	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.	$31-73
   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
   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

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Economics
   • Graduate Courses
   • Business Administration
   • Organizational Behavior
   • Ethics
   • Curriculum Development
   • International Business
   • Business Management
   • Research Projects
   • Undergraduate Courses
   • Tourism Management
   • Student Body
   • Learning Environment
   • Management Courses

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Develop and manage overall undergraduate business program and the curriculum of international business, finance and economics majors.
   • Develop microprocessor, computer architecture and embed lecture/lab courses that cover 6800/68332/Hc11, Intel and PIC microprocessors and microcontrollers.
   • Double tutoring windows to improve student participation.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the associate professor of management job description is a good way to get more applicants. An associate professor of management salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for an associate professor of management in Hawaii may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level associate professor of management. Additionally, an associate professor of management with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average associate professor of management salary

   $99,870yearly

   $48.01 hourly rate

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   Entry-level associate professor of management salary

   $65,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average associate professor of management salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Alaska	$110,535	$53
   2	California	$103,846	$50
   3	New York	$100,204	$48
   4	Ohio	$95,281	$46
   5	Massachusetts	$92,583	$45
   6	Virginia	$90,566	$44
   7	Pennsylvania	$89,725	$43
   8	Florida	$86,818	$42
   9	Texas	$86,511	$42
   10	Mississippi	$86,427	$42
   11	Connecticut	$81,136	$39
   12	Georgia	$80,245	$39
   13	Utah	$78,615	$38
   14	Indiana	$77,864	$37
   15	Louisiana	$76,223	$37
   16	North Carolina	$75,474	$36
   17	Iowa	$74,118	$36
   18	Alabama	$72,089	$35
   19	Montana	$71,841	$35
   20	Illinois	$71,680	$34

   Average associate professor of management salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Emory University	$171,886	$82.64	61
   2	UT Health East Texas	$156,346	$75.17
   3	University of Kentucky	$154,771	$74.41	356
   4	University of North Carolina	$136,321	$65.54	80
   5	University of Southern California	$134,476	$64.65	4
   6	University of Pennsylvania	$133,490	$64.18	432
   7	Iowa State University	$133,490	$64.18	88
   8	Syracuse University	$129,019	$62.03	13
   9	UT Health San Antonio	$128,803	$61.92
   10	University of Nebraska System	$125,595	$60.38
   11	University of Massachusetts Amherst	$121,640	$58.48	30
   12	University of Alaska	$115,421	$55.49	85
   13	Montana State University	$113,181	$54.41	53
   14	UMass Lowell	$109,320	$52.56	20
   15	Southern Connecticut State University	$104,462	$50.22
   16	Northeastern Illinois University	$103,811	$49.91
   17	Point Loma Nazarene University	$103,672	$49.84	22
   18	Southern University at Shreveport	$100,596	$48.36
   19	Houston Baptist University	$99,203	$47.69	58
   20	Western Connecticut State University	$97,773	$47.01	11

4. Writing an associate professor of management job description

   An associate professor of management job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an associate professor of management job description:

   Associate professor of management job description example

   The Leavitt School of Business at Southern Utah University is seeking applicants for a tenure track faculty position in Operations Management, at either the Assistant Professor (PhD) or Lecturer (MS/MBA) level. With a university focus on experiential learning and a growing MBA program, the successful candidate will provide quality learning experiences for both undergraduate and graduate students. SUU is an Equal Employment opportunity employer and the School of Business is committed to the principles underlying this policy.
   
   The successful candidate will be able to teach Supply Chain & Logistics Management, and Operations Management courses as well as offer electives based on research or professional experience.
   
   The ability to develop and deliver online courses, in addition to on-campus courses, will be given preference in the hiring process.
   In the cover letter, top candidates will discuss how they will meet these expectations. The position is available for Fall Semester 2023.
   Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Provide excellent instruction in graduate and undergraduate courses in Supply Chain and Logistics Management, Operations Management courses, and possibly other Operations Management-elective topics. Summer courses may be available to teach for additional compensation.
   2. Engage with and mentor students in alignment with the mission and vision of the university and school.
   3. Maintain an active research agenda which enhances classroom instruction.
   4. Work in a team-based environment, provide service to the university and school, and interact positively with students, faculty, and staff.
   In accordance with Utah State Code 53B-1-110, appointment to this position is contingent upon the successful passing of a background check.
   Education and Experience Requirements: Required Qualifications- An earned doctorate in Operations Management or a related field is preferred. A master's degree in Operations Management or a related field with significant professional or teaching experience will also be considered. Preferred Qualifications- Teaching expertise in various Operations Management topics as demonstrated in university or corporate settings. Candidates with experience teaching at the university level are preferred. Candidates with experience in online education are also preferred.
   Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Past course evaluations (if applicable) Statement of Teaching Philosophy (limit to 1 page) Research Statement (limit to 1 page) Contact Information for at least 3 professional references Copy of unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be requested upon hire) Southern Utah University is committed to maintaining a community which recognizes and values the worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect among its members; and encourages individual commitment to personal responsibilities in equal measure with personal rights. In pursuit of its goal of academic excellence, the University seeks to develop and nurture diversity. The University believes that diversity among its many members strengthens the institution, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches campus life. Southern Utah University does not discriminate against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services.
   
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find associate professors of management for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

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6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit associate professors of management, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to 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 associate professor of management

   Once you've decided on a perfect associate professor of management 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 also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

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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