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University of St. Thomas (MN): Faculty Position in Management

The Management Department at the University of St. Thomas’ Opus College of Business, invites applications for a full-time, tenured/tenure-track faculty position, open to all academic ranks, in the area of Management, beginning in September 2014. The position will primarily support graduate level programs in the Opus College of Business’ Healthcare and Executive MBA programs.

Consistent with the teacher/scholar model practiced at St. Thomas, an approach combining excellence in teaching and research, as well as active engagement with the business community, candidates should demonstrate a capacity to teach at a high level of competency, conduct high quality scholarly research and interact effectively with businesses.  In addition, candidates with experience in teaching mid and senior level executives, deep knowledge of or a background in healthcare areas and strong proficiency in online and blended teaching methods are preferred.

The University of St. Thomas’ Opus College of Business ranks in the top quartile of all AACSB-accredited graduate business programs listed in the most recent “Best Graduate Schools” rankings published byU.S. News & World Report.  The College employs a mission-driven approach to management education and delivers a diverse portfolio of offerings including undergraduate, full-time and evening MBA, and specialized graduate business programs.  The Management Department consists of 16 full-time faculty members with a range of teaching and research expertise at the macro- and micro- levels of management who share a dedication to the College’s mission and desire for strong working relationships.

Candidates should have a doctorate in a Management area (e.g., Organizational Behavior, Human Resources Management, Strategic Management, etc.) or another closely-related field.  Teaching and research qualifications should be commensurate with rank sought.

Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota’s largest private university.  Its 10,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. and home to several Fortune 500 companies, including leading healthcare firms such as UnitedHealth Group, Medtronic and St. Jude Medical.

Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good, and seeks to develop individuals who combine career competency with cultural awareness and intellectual curiosity. The successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

The University of St. Thomas has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion, to equal opportunity policies and practices, and to the principles and goals of affirmative action. In that spirit, the University welcomes nominations and applications from a broad and diverse applicant pool.

Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis until the position is filled.

We will be attending the Academy of Management Conference in Orlando in early August. Selected candidates may be contacted to discuss the position with University of St. Thomas representatives at the conference.

Please apply online athttps://jobs.stthomas.edu/postings/14635.

Indiana University: Tenure-Track Positions in Strategic Management, International Management, and OB/HRM

Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Strategic Management, International Management, and Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management
Department of Management & Entrepreneurship
Kelley School of Business
Indiana University – Bloomington

The Management & Entrepreneurship Department at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business invites applications for tenure-track position appointments in the areas of strategic management, international management, and organizational behavior/human resource management. Preference will be given to applicants at the Assistant Professor level, but applicants at other ranks may also be considered. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in the area of the appointment (i.e., strategic management, international management, or organizational behavior/human resource management) or in a related field. Additionally, applicants must have a strong research and teaching record in the area of the appointment, and preference will be given to applicants with strong secondary research and teaching interests in the entrepreneurship area. Research productivity is expected and supported.

Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/325. Applications must be received by October 1, 2013 to be assured of full consideration; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Anderson School: Assistant Professor in Organizational Behavior/HRM and Assistant Professor in Strategic Management

The Anderson School of Management at the University of New Mexico has an opportunity to add two positions, one an Assistant Professor in Organizational Behavior/Human Resources Management and the other an Assistant Professor in Strategic Management to start in August 2014 pending budgetary approval.

The Anderson School is AACSB accredited. Its management programs enroll approximately 1000 undergraduate students and 500 graduate students. The School emphasizes collaborative student interaction, active adult learning, team experiences, and scholarship that draws upon a variety of methodologies and subject areas. New Mexico is an ethnically diverse state with a rich cultural heritage. The University of New Mexico seeks a diverse faculty who can contribute to the University’s mission and

Minimum qualifications: Applicants must: a) have a Ph.D. or be a doctoral student in the candidacy phase in Organizational Behavior, Human Resources Management, or Strategic Management or related fields by August 15, 2014; b) provide evidence or promise of a significant program of research and scholarship; c) teaching experience related to Organizational Behavior, Human Resources Management or Strategic Management and/or in closely related fields.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

  • A strong research record and research interests that are open to investigating academic questions that draw upon a variety of paradigms and methodologies;
  • Excellence or potential for excellence in teaching and in developing innovative learning methods;
  • Primary interest in teaching in organizational behavior, human resources management, or strategic management;
  • Compatibility with current departmental and interdisciplinary teaching and research needs; and
  • Evidence or potential for excellence in working with multicultural constituencies.

Interested and qualified candidates must submit:

1) a letter describing your interest in joining the Anderson School faculty and your qualifications for the position (see Minimum Qualifications and Preferences above);

2) a current vita;

3) evidence of research and teaching effectiveness including sample articles/publications and sample instructor evaluations; and

4) the contact information of at least three references – including phone numbers, email addresses, and mailing addresses.

For best consideration, complete applications must be received by September 15, 2013. The position will remain open until filled. All applications will be taken online at http://unmjobs.unm.edu. For the Organizational Behavior/Human Resources position please refer to Posting No. 0817814. The Strategic Management position will be posted upon budgetary approval. If you need assistance with your application, please visit: http://hr.unm.edu/abouthr/unmjobs.php#2. For other inquiries, please contact Jaye Francis, Department Administrator, at (505) 277-8889 or francis@mgt.unm.edu.

The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.

West Texas A&M University: Assistant Professor of Management

The College of Business at West Texas A&M University invites applications for two vacant positions at the rank of assistant professor of management available August 2014. West Texas A&M University is located on a 170-acre campus in Canyon, Texas with two additional support center facilities in neighboring Amarillo, Texas. University enrollment is approximately 8,000 students, which includes approximately 1,000 undergraduate and 350 graduate students in the AACSB-Accredited College of Business.

The tenure-track position includes teaching, research, and service responsibilities. Typical teaching load is three courses (two preparations) per semester with additional compensation possible for summer teaching. Salary is competitive with other AACSB business programs with a mission focus that balances both teaching and research.

Doctorate degree in management or a closely related field by August 2014 is required. The desired candidate should have a teaching field in one or more of the following: Strategic Management, Project Management, Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, Conflict Management, or Leadership. The successful candidate must demonstrate commitment to quality teaching and scholarly activity consistent with AACSB accreditation. Candidates should have strong leadership and interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to work in a student-centered environment. Teaching responsibilities support both the undergraduate and graduate business programs.

A complete application must include a curriculum vita listing three references. Transcripts of all academic work are required for finalists and requested of applicants. Interviews with select applicants will be conducted at the Academy of Management (AOM) Annual Meeting in Orlando in August 2013. To be considered for an interview at the meeting, application materials should be submitted by July 22, 2013. We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled, but fullest consideration will be given to applications submitted by July 22, 2013.

Send materials via e-mail.

McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas: All Ranks in the Areas of Organizational Behavior, Organization Theory, and Strategic Management

The Management Department at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin is hiring tenure-track faculty members to join our department in the fall of 2014. We welcome applications from all ranks in the areas of organizational behavior, organization theory, and strategic management.

Current members of the Management Department are Professors Jim Fredrickson (Department Chair), John Butler, Janet Dukerich, Dave Harrison, and Violina Rindova; Associate Professors Caroline Bartel, Ethan Burris, Melissa Graebner, Andy Henderson, Kyle Lewis, Luis Martins, and Francisco Polidoro; and Assistant Professors Emily Amanatullah, Sekou Bermiss, Ram Ranganathan, and Jennifer Whitson.

The Management Department is housed in the McCombs School of Business, which was named following a generous gift from Red McCombs as part of The University of Texas’s $1 billion capital campaign. The department also is home to the Herb Kelleher Center for Entrepreneurship, Growth, and Renewal, an endowed, multidisciplinary research center dedicated to research on emerging companies, innovation, and creativity. In addition, during the past year the Management Department assumed responsibility for the School’s one-year long Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) program.

The school’s location in Austin is particularly attractive to researchers interested in technology, entrepreneurship, human capital development, and a variety of related issues. Moreover, Fortune recently named Austin the nation’s #1 city for business, and a number of other publications have reported similar ratings. In addition, our AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center, which opened in 2008, is a world-class facility that enhances the executive education offerings of the school (see http://www.meetattexas.com/). For more details on the school and the department, please visit www.mccombs.utexas.edu. Finally, Austin is a wonderful place to live! See http://www.austintexas.org/visitors/plan_your_trip/ for some of the great things available in Austin.

Requirements:

The ideal candidates for our faculty positions have the ability to do high quality research that will have a major impact on the field of management and are also able to teach successfully at the MBA and/or executive level. Senior candidates must have commensurately outstanding records and potential.

We would like to move as quickly as possible to identify candidates who both meet our needs and are interested in joining us. Experienced faculty should submit a current curriculum vitae and copies of forthcoming articles or working papers; Ph.D. candidates should provide the same information, including a dissertation proposal, recent course/instructor evaluations, and three letters of recommendation.

Applicants should send materials to Administrative Manager Jeanie Brown, by no later than September 30, 2013. E-mail submissions are encouraged.

Jeanie Brown
Administrative Manager
The University of Texas at Austin
McCombs School of Business
2110 Speedway STOP B6300
Austin, Texas 78712-1282
(512) 471-5945

A background check will be conducted on applicants selected.

The University of Texas at Austin is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.