Professor of Organisational Behaviour / Leadership / Human Resources Management

IMD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management institution in Singapore seeks a Professor of Organisational Behaviour / Leadership / Human Resources Management. The role involves developing programs, engaging with clients, and publishing research. Suitable candidates should hold a doctorate and have at least three years of executive education experience. The institution offers competitive salaries, research support, and relocation assistance, fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous research budget

Relocation assistance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong established research profile with publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Minimum three years of experience in executive education.
• Experience working with senior executives in a pedagogical setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct programs, teach and engage advisors.
• Actively publish research and develop pedagogical materials.
• Engage with clients to create program opportunities.
• Contribute to institution-building and governance.

Skills

Research agenda development

Teaching excellence

Client engagement

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in a relevant field

Job description

Professor of Organisational Behaviour / Leadership / Human Resources Management

Company: IMD

Discipline: Organisational Behaviour / Leadership / Human Resources Management

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Posted: 04/12/2025

Professor of Organisational Behaviour / Leadership / Human Resources Management, based in Singapore

About IMD Business School

The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) has been pioneering leadership development for nearly 80 years. Founded by business for business, we are an independent university institute with Swiss roots and global reach. Operating from Lausanne with strategic hubs in Singapore, Shenzhen, and Cape Town, IMD works with 19,000+ executives from 120+ countries annually. Our 145,000+ alumni form a powerful global network. Consistently ranked among the world's top business schools, IMD bridges cutting-edge research with real-world application to help leaders solve problems, scale solutions, and drive impact. Real Learning for Real Impact.

We strive to be the trusted learning partner of choice for ambitious individuals and organizations worldwide. Our executive education and degree programs areconsistently ranked among the world’s bestby theFinancial Times, Bloomberg, Forbes,and others.

Our leading position in the field is grounded in our unique approach to creatingreal learning, real impact. Through our research, programs, and advisory work we enable business leaders to find new and better solutions.

Our purpose is Challenging what is and inspiring what could be, we develop leaders and organizations that contribute to a more prosperous, sustainable and inclusive world.

To further expand its faculty at IMD Singapore Campus, IMD invites applications for the position of Professor of Organisational Behaviour / Leadership / Human Resources Management. IMD recruits world class faculty members who are thought leaders in their fields, have experience engaging with senior executives, and have a global mind-set.

Academic environment

IMD has over 60 faculty members with expertise on topics of management, international business, accounting, economics, finance, operations, marketing, organisational behaviour, strategy and entrepreneurship, innovation and more. IMD does not have departments by specializations or subject areas, nor a tenure system. There is just one rank of faculty (“Professor”). IMD Professors create inspiring learning environments with and for senior executives by building on their scholarly knowledge, practical understanding of management, using executive level pedagogy and continuous innovation in the design of teaching materials and programs. In the latest Financial Times ranking, IMD’s work with global clients was recognized with the #1 spot in Custom Programs worldwide.

IMD Professors are strong team players committed to embodying IMD’s vision, mission and organizational values. As an academic institution, IMD’s proximity to the world of business and its experience of and focus on hands-on executive development and organizational transformation provides a deeply valuable resource for its research activities. IMD Professors are committed to conducting rigorous, relevant, insightful and actionable research which leads to publications in top refereed and practitioner journals.

Job requirement

Successful candidates will need to be accomplished in crafting a research agenda that results in top-quality research publications and feel comfortable interacting with (senior) executives in a pedagogical setting. Commitment to working in a collegial and collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork is essential. Key responsibilities include the following:

• Teaching: Program development, program direction, teaching & delivery, advisory activity.
• Research: Active engagement in thought leadership, including publication (peer-reviewed academic & practitioner journals and books) and development of pedagogical material (cases, simulations, and exercises).
• Client Engagement: Engaging with clients to develop program and advisory opportunities based on a deep understanding of business challenges.
• Citizenship: Active contribution to peer development, institution-building and governance.

Successful candidates should be at the Associate Professor level and need to have:

• an established research profile in their topic of expertise evidenced by publications in respected peer-reviewed journals. A doctorate in an academic area relevant for their field from a well-regarded research institution is a pre-requisite.
• a strong teaching record with at least three years of executive education and a commitment to teaching excellence and innovation that is consistent with the demands of modern business education.

Industry engagement or some direct business experience is desirable. The ability to teach in English is a must; experience living or working in multiple countries is a plus. Candidates should have excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

What we offer

IMD offers a competitive salary as well as an attractive package consisting of a generous research budget, research and administrative assistance. Moreover, our modern campuses provide faculty with a state-of-the-art teaching and high-quality research infrastructure. IMD is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds. IMD offers help with relocation and integration assistance for new faculty members. Furthermore, IMD facilities new faculty recruits and their families with generous relocation support and faculty members have opportunities for personal and professional development throughout their appointment at IMD.

How to apply

Applications should consist of the following: a cover letter explaining why you are interested in and suitable for IMD and a full curriculum vitae, including a complete list of publications and teaching experience. The application should be submitted in electronic form to IMD Faculty Office through the IMD Careers platform: Apply Here.

The applications will be reviewed on the rolling basis and the post will remain open until filled.

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