Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Strategic Management

Position Overview
The Rozanne and Billy Rosenthal Department of Management at the McCombs School of Business, University of Texas at Austin, invites applications for two tenure-track business school faculty jobs in Strategic Management. Both positions are open rank, with a primary focus on candidates finishing their Ph.D. for Assistant Professor roles, but we also encourage outstanding senior applicants to apply. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a top-ranked business school and contribute to a dynamic academic community.

About the Department
Our department is known for its broad research interests and diverse methodologies. Current faculty include recognized experts such as Professors Caroline Bartel (Chair), Ethan Burris, Janet Dukerich, David Harrison, Luis Martins, Francisco Polidoro, and Metin Sengul, along with other talented associate and assistant professors. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment that values both rigorous research and practical impact.

Why Join McCombs School of Business?
The Rosenthal Department of Management is part of one of the nation’s highest-impact public business schools, consistently ranked among the top in the UT-Dallas Business School Research Rankings. Faculty benefit from strong research support, including access to Ph.D. students, research funding, and advanced facilities. The department also features thriving research centers like the Center for Leadership and Ethics and the Herb Kelleher Entrepreneurship Center, offering unique opportunities for research and industry engagement.

Location Benefits
Located in Austin, Texas, our school sits at the heart of a vibrant business community filled with established firms and innovative start-ups. Austin offers outstanding quality of life, rich cultural opportunities, and strong connections with both the public and private sectors—making it an attractive place for faculty and their families. The city’s resources and the university’s executive education facilities create a unique environment for academic and professional growth.

Key Qualifications
The ideal candidate will show strong potential for high-quality, impactful research in management. Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate, MBA, or executive level is also required. Applicants must hold, or be very near completion of, a Ph.D. in a relevant field from an accredited institution. All candidates must have their Ph.D. completed by the start date of the appointment.

How to Apply
Interested in joining our business faculty team? Please submit your letter of interest, current CV, sample research (articles, working papers, or dissertation summary), recent course evaluations, and three letters of recommendation. Applications must be submitted through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/169577 by September 1, 2025.
Note: Please do not send materials by email. For questions, contact Nohemi Cazares, Operations Manager, at im-management@mccombs.utexas.edu.

Application Materials Checklist

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Sample research articles or working papers
• Dissertation proposal or summary
• Recent course evaluations
• Three letters of recommendation

Important Note
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Background Check
As part of university policy, a criminal history background check will be required for finalist candidates.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and follows all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions.

Learn More & Apply
For full details on our school and department, visit McCombs School of Business. To apply, go to faculty.utexas.edu/career/164508.