Associate Professor of Management (Tenure-Track)

Join a Top Research Management Faculty

The Department of Management at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) invites applications for a Tenure-Track Associate Professor of Management position beginning Fall 2027 at its main campus in Oxford, Mississippi.

This opportunity is ideal for an accomplished scholar in Management, Organizational Behavior (OB), Human Resource Management (HRM), or a related field who is committed to research excellence, high-quality teaching, and meaningful academic service.

Why Join Ole Miss?

The Management Department is home to a highly productive and nationally recognized faculty. Department members serve on international editorial boards and hold leadership roles within the Southern Management Association.

During the past five years, faculty have published in many of the world's leading management journals, including:

• Academy of Management Journal
• Strategic Management Journal
• Journal of Management
• Journal of Business Venturing
• Journal of Applied Psychology
• Personnel Psychology
• Organizational Research Methods
• Journal of International Business Studies
• Organization Science

New faculty receive strong institutional support to help maintain a successful research program and continue publishing in top-ranked academic journals.

About the Role

As an Associate Professor of Management, you will contribute to teaching, research, and service while helping advance the department's reputation for academic excellence.

Teaching Responsibilities

You may teach courses in:

• Organizational Behavior
• Human Resource Management
• Management
• Related business disciplines based on your expertise

Teaching assignments may include:

• Undergraduate programs
• MBA programs
• Doctoral (PhD) programs

The standard teaching load for research-active faculty is:

• 2 courses each semester (2/2 load)
• 6 credit hours per semester

Additional paid teaching opportunities may be available during:

• Summer sessions
• Intersession
• Online programs

Availability depends on departmental needs and funding.

Research Expectations

Successful candidates are expected to:

• Maintain an active research agenda
• Publish in leading peer-reviewed management journals
• Contribute to the advancement of management scholarship
• Collaborate with faculty and doctoral students when appropriate

Service Responsibilities

Faculty members are expected to contribute through service to:

• The department
• The School of Business Administration
• The university
• The academic profession

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• A PhD in Management or a closely related discipline

OR

• ABD status with the doctoral degree completed before August 2027

Candidates should also demonstrate:

• A strong record of original scholarly research
• Publications or strong publication potential in leading management journals
• Commitment to excellent teaching
• Dedication to academic service

Application Materials

Applicants should submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Candidates invited for campus interviews will also be asked to provide at least three professional references.

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed immediately.

The position will remain open until filled or until a sufficient pool of qualified candidates has been identified.

About Oxford, Mississippi

Oxford is one of the most desirable college towns in the United States and offers an exceptional quality of life.

Highlights include:

• Home of Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner
• Approximately one hour from Memphis, Tennessee
• Vibrant arts, music, and literary community
• Excellent restaurants and outdoor recreation
• Annual events including:
  • Oxford Film Festival
  • Double Decker Arts Festival
  • Gertrude C. Ford Center performances

Oxford has been recognized by ESPN and USA Today as one of America's best college towns. The city also offers a cost of living that is approximately 45% lower than the Washington, D.C. area, allowing faculty to enjoy a competitive salary and excellent lifestyle.

Interview Accommodations

Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations during the interview process should notify the University's Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance before the interview date.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Mississippi is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background investigations.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the University of Mississippi's official online employment system.

Please prepare your:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Evidence

Only online applications will be accepted.

For questions about the position, applicants may contact the Chair of the Search Committee.

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