Assistant Professor of Management

Assistant Professor in Management – Business Faculty Position

About the Opportunity
The Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor in Management. We are looking for candidates specializing in organizational behavior, human resources management, or organizational research methods. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading institution known for excellence in business faculty jobs and research. The expected start date is August 10, 2026.

Location and Environment
Located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, our campus is part of a region recognized among the best places to live in the United States. The area offers outstanding natural beauty, a dynamic business environment with many Fortune 500 companies, and a strong focus on arts, culture, and overall quality of life.

Position Details

• Type: Full-Time, Academic Term (Fixed Term)
• Salary: Competitive and commensurate with education and experience
• Department: Management
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Job Number: R0072024
• Start Date: August 10, 2026
• Closing Date for Applications: August 15, 2025 (early applications encouraged; position open until filled)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research and publish in leading academic journals in management
• Teach in-person classes at the undergraduate, master's, or doctoral level
• Hold in-person office hours
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service in line with faculty rank
• Participate actively in campus and community activities, supporting the business school faculty jobs mission

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in management (organizational behavior, HR management, or research methods), or in a related discipline from an AACSB-accredited institution
• Demonstrated record or strong potential for publishing in top-tier management journals
• Ability and interest to teach organizational behavior, HR management, or research methods
• Meets Scholarly Academic standards for AACSB accreditation

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong research record, with publications and manuscripts under review at top journals
• Leadership experience in research projects
• Interest in mentoring doctoral students and chairing dissertation committees
• Active engagement with on-campus activities and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in the classroom

Department and College Highlights
Our Department of Management features leading scholars who have published in journals such as Academy of Management Journal and Journal of Applied Psychology. The Sam M. Walton College of Business, a top-ranked public business school, offers a collaborative environment, competitive teaching loads, and extensive research support.

Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae online via the University of Arkansas System Career Site: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Finalists will be asked to provide three letters of reference. Applicants who have not completed their Ph.D. but expect to finish by August 2026 should include a brief dissertation summary and timeline. All materials must be received by August 15, 2025, for full consideration. Early applications are encouraged, as remote interviews may be scheduled prior to the deadline.

Contact Information
Questions about the position may be directed to:
Professor John Delery
Head, Department of Management
Sam M. Walton College of Business
Email: jdelery@walton.uark.edu

Important Note
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Benefits
The University of Arkansas provides a vibrant work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and families, immediate leave accrual, 12 official holidays, and university retirement programs.

Pre-Employment Screening
All finalists are subject to a background check, including criminal and sex offender registry checks.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. We do not discriminate in education or employment based on age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions about Title IX may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator or the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. All applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.