Business Faculty Jobs: Robert J. Manning Endowed Chair in Corporate Sustainability | UMass Lowell

About the Institution:
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (UMass Lowell) is a nationally recognized research institution and the second-largest public university in Massachusetts, serving over 18,000 students. The Robert J. Manning School of Business is an AACSB-accredited institution with over 3,750 undergraduate and graduate students, fostering innovation and academic excellence in a state-of-the-art facility. Located 30 miles northwest of Boston, UMass Lowell actively collaborates with Fortune 500 companies, contributing to the Merrimack Valley innovation ecosystem.

Job Summary:
The Management Department at the Manning School of Business invites applications for the Robert J. Manning Endowed Chair in Corporate Sustainability. This is a full-time, tenured faculty position at the full professor level (or advanced associate professor), reserved for candidates with a distinguished research record in Corporate Sustainability or Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The successful candidate will conduct high-impact research, mentor Ph.D., graduate, and undergraduate students, and develop courses in Corporate Sustainability and CSR at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

The Endowed Chair receives:

• A competitive base (9-month) salary
• An annual one-month summer salary
• Substantial research funding for conference travel, hosting seminars, and other academic expenses
• Ph.D. research assistance and administrative support
• A reduced teaching load of three courses per academic year

The initial appointment is for five years, renewable in three-year terms based on research, teaching, and service performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a high-impact research agenda in Corporate Sustainability or CSR, publishing in top-tier journals
• Develop and teach Corporate Sustainability and CSR courses at undergraduate and graduate levels
• Supervise and mentor Ph.D., graduate, and undergraduate students
• Collaborate with faculty and engage with academic associations such as the Academy of Management and the Alliance for Research on Corporate Sustainability
• Provide external service and leadership to the profession

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Management or a related discipline from an AACSB-accredited institution
• Tenured Full Professor (or advanced Associate Professor) with a nationally recognized research record in Corporate Sustainability or CSR
• Proven track record of top-tier publications in general management journals
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse academic environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Ph.D. student supervision and mentoring
• Demonstrated commitment to service at institutional and professional levels
• Engagement with Corporate Sustainability and CSR academic communities

Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

• Current curriculum vitae
• Cover letter detailing research, teaching experience, and service contributions
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Names and contact information for three references (to be provided at the time of application)

Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For employment-related inquiries, contact UMass Lowell Human Resources at 978-934-3560.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to an inclusive academic environment. UMass Lowell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected status.

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