Assistant Professor of Marketing Job in Calgary, Canada

Position Overview
Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Marketing. The role starts July 1, 2026, pending final budget approval. This position sits in the Department of Innovation and Marketing within the Faculty of Business, Communication and Aviation. Are you a marketing educator who loves teaching and real-world learning? This role may be a strong fit.

About Mount Royal University
Mount Royal University is known for applied learning and strong ties to industry. The Faculty of Business, Communication and Aviation brings together business, communication studies, and aviation education. Students learn by doing. They work with real clients, real data, and real challenges. This hands-on focus helps graduates succeed in today’s job market.

About the Department of Innovation and Marketing
The Department offers a BBA with a major, minor, and certificate in Marketing. It also supports minors and concentrations in Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation. The Marketing program blends insight, strategy, and creativity. Students work with non-profits, startups, agencies, and large firms. The program is growing and evolving, with a strong focus on applied skills, work-integrated learning, and career readiness.

Role and Work Pattern
This is a tenure-track role at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will be hired into the teaching and service work pattern. This means a strong focus on teaching and service to the university community. There is an option to change work patterns after tenure. Do you enjoy teaching first and foremost? If yes, this role was designed with you in mind.

Teaching Focus and Course Areas
The successful candidate will teach both intro and senior undergraduate marketing courses. This includes core marketing topics and advanced subjects. Experience creating new courses is an asset. The department values fresh ideas and practical content. Courses that link theory to practice are highly valued.

Preferred Expertise and Background
A terminal degree in Marketing or a related field is preferred. A minimum of a Master’s degree is required. Senior industry experience in marketing or related fields is a strong asset. The ideal candidate shows clear excellence in teaching. Experience with technology, AI, and new marketing trends is highly valued. Can you explain complex ideas in simple ways? Can you connect class lessons to real work? These skills matter here.

Experiential and Industry Engagement
The department values work-integrated and experiential learning. Faculty work closely with colleagues, industry partners, and the community. You may guide student projects, client work, or applied research tasks. If you enjoy collaboration and hands-on learning, you will feel at home.

Application Materials Required
Applicants must submit one complete PDF file. Include a cover letter of one to two pages that explains your fit and lists the courses you can teach. Include a current CV. Add a one-page teaching philosophy statement. Provide evidence of teaching excellence, such as student evaluations or awards. Include contact details for three references who can speak to teaching, service, and industry or community work. Name the PDF file as follows: Last Name, Requisition #996560, Document.

Equity, Work Authorization, and Accommodations
All qualified applicants are welcome. Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and those authorized to work in Canada will receive priority. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you need accommodation during the hiring process, contact erecruiter@mtroyal.ca

Key Dates and Contact
Application deadline is January 12, 2026. For questions, contact Bahman Radnejad, Chair of the Department of Innovation and Marketing, at bradnejad@mtroyal.ca

Important Note for Applicants
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