Cross-Cultural Management Professor (Associate/Full)

Cross-Cultural Management Professor (Associate/Full)

Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position in Cross-Cultural Management at the Associate Professor or Full Professor level, beginning in Fall 2026.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished scholar and educator with expertise in cross-cultural management, global leadership, international business, and global organizations. The successful candidate will join one of the world's leading international business schools and collaborate closely with Professor Mansour Javidan, Najafi Chair in Global Mindset and Digital Transformation.

About Thunderbird School of Global Management

Thunderbird, part of Arizona State University, is widely recognized as a global leader in international management education.

Key highlights include:

• Ranked #1 in International Trade (QS World University Rankings 2023–2026)
• Ranked #1 Master's in Management (Wall Street Journal)
• Part of Arizona State University, ranked #1 for Innovation by U.S. News & World Report
• Located in a state-of-the-art $100 million global headquarters in downtown Phoenix, Arizona
• Accredited by AACSB
• Global network of 15 Regional Centers of Excellence across Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas
• Strong commitment to global leadership, digital transformation, executive education, and applied impact

Thunderbird serves students, executives, governments, nonprofits, and multinational organizations around the world.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will contribute to Thunderbird's mission of developing visionary leaders who can create positive impact across cultures, industries, and countries.

The position focuses on:

• Cross-cultural management
• Global leadership
• International business
• Global organizational effectiveness
• Leadership development
• Executive education
• Applied research with global relevance

Candidates with significant international experience and a strong record of scholarly and professional achievement are especially encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching

• Teach graduate-level courses in cross-cultural management and leadership
• Deliver instruction across multiple learning formats
• Contribute to executive education programs
• Mentor and advise students

Research

• Conduct high-quality scholarly research
• Publish in leading academic journals
• Develop impactful books, cases, and practitioner-oriented publications
• Contribute to thought leadership in global leadership and cross-cultural management

Service

• Participate in university governance
• Serve on faculty committees
• Support school and university initiatives
• Engage with industry and community partners

Required Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• An earned doctorate in:
  • Cross-Cultural Management
  • International Business
  • Global Leadership
  • Or a closely related field
• Evidence of scholarly achievement and research potential
• Ability to teach graduate-level courses effectively
• Experience working with diverse student populations
• An established reputation in scholarship, executive education, professional practice, or university service

Preferred Qualifications

Strong candidates may also demonstrate:

• A significant research record in cross-cultural management, global leadership, or international business
• Publications in premier academic journals and respected practitioner outlets
• Experience designing and delivering executive education programs
• Professional experience in multinational corporations, consulting, government, or nonprofit organizations
• International work or living experience across multiple countries
• Multilingual abilities
• Experience working across business, government, and nonprofit sectors
• A global mindset and commitment to inclusive leadership
• Potential to meet Thunderbird and ASU tenure expectations

Why Join Thunderbird?

Thunderbird offers a unique platform for faculty who want to combine research excellence with real-world impact.

Faculty benefit from:

• A highly international student body
• Strong executive education partnerships
• Global teaching opportunities
• Extensive international networks
• Collaborative research environment
• Access to the Najafi Global Mindset Institute
• Opportunities to influence leaders across business, government, and nonprofit sectors worldwide

If your goal is to shape the future of global leadership while conducting impactful research, Thunderbird provides an exceptional environment to do so.

Application Materials

Applicants should submit:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Publication List (including works under review)
• Research Statement
• Teaching Statement
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness
• List of Three Professional References

Additional materials may be requested during later stages of the search process.

Application Deadline

Priority Review Date: June 15, 2026

Applications received after this date may be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background and credential verification procedures.

Application Information

To apply, submit your application through Arizona State University's faculty recruitment system.

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