Assistant Professor of Marketing Management

Assistant Professor of Marketing Management

We are looking for candidates with a Ph.D. in Marketing and / or Management at the time of hire, with a clear commitment to teaching undergraduate and graduate students and a clear understanding of the liberal arts and sciences context in which students learn at Franklin.

Franklin’s multinational faculty, staff, and student body collaborate to create a unique learning environment in which global approaches to the liberal arts and sciences are integrated into every program of study.

As such, the successful candidate will approach Marketing education in an interdisciplinary way, connecting Marketing and Business with the liberal arts and sciences in a global context.

Franklin students should graduate not only with a rigorous grounding in their primary area of study, but also with the abilities to connect those skills to the broader world, to communicate across cultural contexts, and to adapt and thrive in dynamic and changing global environments.

To support these goals, the successful candidate will have experience with innovative pedagogical methods, including experiential project-based learning, and will be ready to forge connections between Franklin classrooms and external partners in Franklin’s wider community in Switzerland and beyond.

A typical teaching load is six courses per year (18 credit hours / 36-38 ECTS annually), including a course with an integrated Academic Travel component, which is a fundamental part of Franklin’s international, interdisciplinary, and intercultural curriculum.

The candidate is expected to contribute by teaching across majors within and beyond the Franklin Business and Economics division, and to contribute to course portfolio innovation.

Core courses include all areas of Management, including Marketing and Management, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, and International Management.

• We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the design and development of programs in luxury, arts, and digital transformation;
• candidates who could productively collaborate with colleagues in other areas of the curriculum such as Communications or Digital Humanities;

and candidates who can support Franklin’s MS in International Management, teaching Management through liberal arts and sciences methodologies and pedagogies.

Franklin faculty maintain active research agendas within their disciplines and in interdisciplinary collaboration with colleagues in other disciplines.

We seek candidates whose research agendas and teaching practices mutually inform and energize one another. Beyond research and classroom teaching, additional expectations include academic advising, student mentorship, and serving on department committees.

Ideally, candidates will be conversant in one of the official languages of Switzerland and have an established track record of interdisciplinary teaching.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a research statement, and teaching evaluations, along with three references to .

Review of applications will begin on 26 February 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Adjunct Professor of Studio Art (Drawing and Painting)

Division : Arts and Cultures

Position Type : Part-Time, Academic Year 2024-2025

Application Deadline : June 1, 2024

Reports To : Associate Professor Fabio Ferrari, Chair of the Division of Arts and Cultures

Franklin University Switzerland seeks a dynamic and committed part-time Adjunct Professor of Studio Art specializing in drawing and painting for the 2024-2025 academic year.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and rigorous instruction to undergraduate students in various studio art courses.

The position requires expertise in both theoretical and practical aspects of studio art, with a focus on fostering creativity and technical proficiency in students.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and teach undergraduate courses in drawing and painting, incorporating a range of traditional and contemporary techniques, concepts, and mediums.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages experimentation, critical thinking, and artistic growth among students.
• Provide constructive feedback on student work and facilitate individualized instruction to support student development.
• Develop and assess course materials, assignments, and learning outcomes in accordance with departmental standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the studio art curriculum.
• Maintain regular office hours for student consultation and academic advising.
• Participate in departmental meetings, and other university service activities as required.

Qualifications :

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree or equivalent in Studio Art, Drawing, Painting, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated expertise in drawing and painting, with a strong portfolio of personal artistic work and teaching experience.
• Experience teaching studio art courses at the undergraduate level, preferably in a university or college setting.
• Knowledge of contemporary art practices, art history, and critical theory relevant to drawing and painting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire students from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage time and resources.

Application Process :

Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae (CV), a cover letter outlining their qualifications and teaching philosophy, a portfolio of personal artwork, and contact information for three professional references to Associate Professor Fabio Ferrari (), Chair of the Division of Arts and Cultures, by June 1, 2024.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Franklin University Switzerland is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Adjunct Professor of Studio Art (Sculpture)

Division : Arts and Cultures

Position Type : Part-Time, Academic Year 2024-2025

Application Deadline : June 1, 2024

Reports To : Associate Professor Fabio Ferrari, Chair of the Division of Arts and Cultures

Franklin University Switzerland seeks a dynamic and committed part-time Adjunct Professor of Studio Art specializing in sculpture for the 2024-2025 academic year.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and rigorous instruction to undergraduate students in various studio art courses.

The position requires expertise in both theoretical and practical aspects of studio art, with a focus on fostering creativity and technical proficiency in students.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and teach undergraduate courses in sculpture, incorporating a range of traditional and contemporary techniques, concepts, and mediums.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages experimentation, critical thinking, and artistic growth among students.
• Provide constructive feedback on student work and facilitate individualized instruction to support student development.
• Develop and assess course materials, assignments, and learning outcomes in accordance with departmental standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the studio art curriculum.
• Maintain regular office hours for student consultation and academic advising.
• Participate in departmental meetings and other university service activities as required.

Qualifications :

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree or equivalent in Studio Art, Sculpture, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated expertise in sculpture, with a strong portfolio of personal artistic work and teaching experience.
• Experience teaching studio art courses at the undergraduate level, preferably in a university or college setting.
• Knowledge of contemporary art practices, art history, and critical theory relevant to sculpture.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire students from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage time and resources.

Application Process :

Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae (CV), a cover letter outlining their qualifications and teaching philosophy, a portfolio of personal artwork, and contact information for three professional references to Associate Professor Fabio Ferrari (), Chair of the Division of Arts and Cultures, by June 1, 2024.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Franklin University Switzerland is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.