Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Management at a leading university invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level in Strategic Management/Entrepreneurship. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026, and candidates must possess a Ph.D. in management or related fields.

Benefits

Benefits Eligible

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in management or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrate promise of moving toward excellence in publication.
• Record of teaching excellence required.

Responsibilities

• Full-time tenure-track position in Strategic Management / Entrepreneurship.
• Research and publication in peer-reviewed journals expected.
• Teaching responsibilities at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Education

Ph.D. in management or a closely related discipline

Job description

Posting Number:

F2401P

Working Title:

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

Department:

Terry-Management

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department:

The Department of Management at the University of Georgia is among the most productive in the country, consistently ranking in the top 5 in the Texas A&M/UGA Rankings of Management Department Productivity. The OB group includes Jessica Rodell (former associate editor for AMJ and current associate editor for OBHDP), Laura Little (current deputy editor and former associated editor for AMJ), Fadel Matta (current associate editor for AMJ), Joanna Lin, James Matusik, Yihao Liu and Mary Eve Speach. The Strategy group includes Scott Graffin (former associate editor for AMJ), Mike Pfarrer (former associate editor for AMR and current associate editor at JoM), Timothy Quigley (current associate editor for SMJ), Daniel Gamache, Susan Cohen (current associate editor for SMJ), Seung-Hwan Jeong, Radina Blagoeva, and Maurice Murphy.

College/Unit/Department website:

https://www.terry.uga.edu/management

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Anticipated Start Date:

08/01/2026

Job Posting Date:

06/11/2025

Open until filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications received by August 31, 2025 will receive full consideration, however, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter, a full vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, one writing sample, and contact information for three references (including email addresses). The department will reach out to your references at the appropriate time in the process. No additional materials will be considered. Applications submitted in other ways will not be considered. Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled.

Questions about the position can be directed to the search chair, Daniel Gamache ([e-mail]).

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Classification Title:

Open Rank

Faculty Rank:

Open Rank

Contract Type:

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status:

Tenure Track or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in management or a closely related discipline.

Position Summary:

The Department of Management in the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia invites applications for one (or multiple) full-time tenure-track faculty position at the assistant, associate, or full professor level Strategic Management / Entrepreneurship position that will begin fall semester 2026, with an anticipated employment start date of August 1, 2026.

Additional Requirements:

For appointment at the assistant professor rank, candidates should demonstrate the promise of moving toward excellence in publication in peer- reviewed leading management research journals of national standing and have a demonstrated record of teaching.

For appointment at the associate or full professor rank, candidates should demonstrate a research record commensurate with rank and excellence in teaching. Assistant or Associate applicants, requesting service credit, should have a record of publishing in premier journals commensurate with rank and demonstrated excellence in teaching.

To be eligible for tenure on appointment, candidates must be appointed as an associate professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution.

For information regarding requirements for each faculty rank, please see the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure at https://provost.uga.edu/faculty-affairs/promotion-tenure-evaluation/promotion-and-tenure/promotion-guidelines/and the Terry College of Business Criteria and Procedures for Promotion and Tenure https://provost.uga.edu/wp-content/uploads/ptu-criteria-business.pdf

Is this a Position of Trust?:

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

No

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.