Assistant Professor - Intrapreneurship at James Hope University Business School

James Hope University Business School is a postgraduate university committed to learning, research and knowledge creation. We aspire to raise a community of people with exceptional qualities and leadership skills to help create value and proffer solutions to pressing global issues in our world today. Through our world class teaching, outstanding research institutions and scholarship programs, we are committed to improving the world today by educating aspiring leaders that would be a great service to the nation and world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Professor - Intrapreneurship

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach graduate courses on intrapreneurship, corporate innovation, and organizational change, employing innovative teaching methods and case studies to engage students and foster critical thinking.
• Mentor and supervise graduate students, providing guidance and support in their research projects and professional development.
• Conduct rigorous research on intrapreneurship, corporate innovation, and entrepreneurship within established organizations, exploring topics such as corporate venturing, innovation ecosystems, organizational culture, and strategic management.
• Publish research findings in leading academic journals and present work at conferences to enhance the reputation of the institution and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of intrapreneurship.
• Collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and other stakeholders to apply research findings, share best practices, and develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges faced by organizations.
• Engage with the broader academic community through participation in conferences, workshops, and professional associations to stay current on emerging trends and contribute to thought leadership in the field.
• Contribute to the academic leadership and administration of the Business School through involvement in departmental activities, committees, and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Business Administration, Management, Entrepreneurship, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• A strong record of scholarly research and publication in top-tier academic journals, with expertise in intrapreneurship, corporate innovation, and organizational behaviour.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the graduate level, with a commitment to innovative pedagogy and experiential learning.
• Experience in mentoring graduate students and supervising research projects related to intrapreneurship and corporate innovation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, and external stakeholders.
• A track record of securing external research funding and engaging with industry partners is desirable but not required.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations), and Contact information for three references merged into a single PDF / Word document as an attachment to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Review of applications will start immediately, and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.