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Professorship in Entrepreneurship

Emory University
Full-time
On-site
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Entrepreneurship

Position Overview
Emory University’s Goizueta Business School is searching for a senior scholar to join our faculty as a Distinguished Professor in Entrepreneurship. This is a unique chance to advance your academic career at one of the nation’s leading business schools while shaping the future of entrepreneurship research and education. Our campus in Atlanta places you in the heart of a thriving business and technology hub, with strong support for new ventures and innovation.

About the Role
As the holder of this prestigious position, you will lead and grow entrepreneurship research at Goizueta Business School. You’ll work across disciplines—economics, management, sociology, psychology, technology, operations, and finance—encouraging collaboration and innovation. If you are passionate about social enterprise, you’ll also have the chance to work with our Business and Society Institute and support initiatives like the Start:ME accelerator, which empowers microbusinesses in Atlanta.

In addition to conducting agenda-setting research, you will help expand the Roberto C. Goizueta Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEI). You will also work closely with the Vice Provost for Entrepreneurship and other campus leaders to commercialize new technology developed by Emory’s students, faculty, and clinicians.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce high-impact research in entrepreneurship
  • Collaborate with faculty, students, alumni, and community partners to drive entrepreneurship programs
  • Expand the scope and reach of the CEI
  • Support commercialization of university-developed technologies

Qualifications

  • Senior scholar with a PhD in business administration or a related field
  • Current tenured academic appointment
  • Strong track record of research and academic leadership
  • Experience working with a diverse range of university stakeholders

Application Process
Please submit:

  • A brief cover letter
  • Your current CV

Application Deadline: August 15, 2025
Expected Start Date: August 2026
How to Apply: Submit your application online at https://apply.interfolio.com/169182

For questions about the position, please contact Professor Anand Swaminathan at anand.swaminathan@emory.edu.

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