Tenure-Track Business Faculty Position – Social Innovation

About the Kroc School
At the Kroc School, we put ideas into action. Our mission is to teach peace, justice, and social change, preparing students to tackle real-world challenges. Since 2003, we have helped students build practical skills through hands-on learning. If you want to help shape the future and support positive change, this is the place to do it.

About the University
The University of San Diego is a modern, engaged Catholic university that welcomes students from all backgrounds. Since 1949, USD has offered a strong liberal arts education grounded in the pursuit of truth and service. We prepare students to become global citizens ready to face today’s big challenges.

Position Overview
The Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies seeks a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Social Innovation starting September 2026. This position is ideal for those interested in business faculty jobs focused on social impact and innovation.

What We’re Looking For
Are you passionate about social innovation and teaching others how to make a difference? We seek a dynamic scholar who will teach, mentor, and lead in areas such as social entrepreneurship, impact investing, sustainability, and leadership. If you have experience in sociology, business, entrepreneurship, psychology, or related fields and care about real impact, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities
• Teach graduate courses in social innovation, entrepreneurship, impact investing, and related fields
• Mentor and advise students in programs like the MA in Social Innovation
• Lead hands-on, problem-based learning that prepares students to drive change
• Conduct scholarly research and publish in respected journals
• Help develop new programs and build partnerships with global and community organizations
• Support school and university service activities

Required Qualifications
• Doctoral degree (by appointment start) in a field like social innovation, business, sociology, public policy, or related areas
• Potential for excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and student engagement
• Strong research and publication record or promise
• Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams and external partners

Salary and Benefits
• Salary: $92,000–$112,000 per year, depending on experience
• Excellent benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, and on-campus fitness access
For more details, see USD: Human Resources: Benefits.

How to Apply
To apply online, click the 'Apply Now' button at USD’s job portal.

Application materials:
• Letter of application (mention relevant interest areas)
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement (with sample syllabus if available)
• Research statement and sample of scholarly work
• Contact information for three references

Deadline: Review of applications begins October 1, 2025. Position open until filled.

Contact
Prof. Patricia Marquez: pmarquez@sandiego.edu
Learn more: Kroc School Website
For technical questions: jobs@sandiego.edu

Additional Details
USD is a smoke- and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.

Important Note
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