Assistant or Associate Professor

UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Georgia seeks an Assistant or Associate Professor to contribute to its Department of Marketing. This position emphasizes research in consumer behavior and teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. and demonstrate potential for impactful research publication.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Marketing or a related social science discipline.
• Demonstrated potential to publish rigorous research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to teach marketing classes at undergraduate and master's level is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Focus on consumer behavior research and teaching.
• Engage in the department's academic life and contribute to the curriculum.
• Participate in faculty meetings and committees.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Consumer Behavior

Education

Ph.D. in Marketing or related field

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number F2397P Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor Department Terry-Marketing 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 Marketing (www.terry.uga.edu/marketing/) offers the following degrees: PhD, Master of Marketing Research, MBA, MSBA, and BBA in Marketing. It also houses the Coca-Cola Center for Marketing Studies. The Terry College is the state’s flagship business school, with undergraduate, and graduate programs consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities. The Terry College moved into brand new, state-of-the-art facilities in 2017. To learn more about the College, Department, and specific programs, please visit https://terry.uga.edu/. Athens, Georgia is generally regarded as one of the best college towns in the United States. It is nicknamed “The Classic City” because of its architecture and vibrant music, art, and food scene. Athens is located about 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with affordable real estate prices and a low cost of living.

College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 06/06/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications received by August 15, 2025, will receive full consideration, however, applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a full vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, copies of course evaluations (Other Documents #1), and contact information for three references (including email address). Applications submitted in other ways will not be considered. References will be contacted by the department at the appropriate time in the process. Initial interviews will be conducted via Skype or Zoom. Please address any questions about the application process to the search committee chair, Dr. Julio Sevilla ([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.

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Open Rank FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track or Tenured Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Marketing or a related social science discipline from an accredited university at the time of appointment.

Position Summary

The Department Marketing in the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia invites applications from candidates whose main research and teaching focus is consumer behavior for one or more full-time tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant or associate professor rank, with an anticipated employment start date of August 1, 2026.

Additional Requirements

For information regarding requirements for each faculty rank, please see the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure and the Terry College of Business Criteria and Procedures for Promotion and Tenure.

Appointment at the assistant professor rank requires a demonstrated potential to publish rigorous research in premier peer-reviewed journals.

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.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, And/or Certification

Applicants with experience levels from new doctoral recipients to associate professors will be considered.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

The ability to teach other marketing classes at the undergraduate and master’s level is a plus.

Assistant or Associate applicants requesting service credit, should have a record of publication in premier journals commensurate with rank and demonstrated excellence in teaching.

Physical Demands 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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
• Research Portfolio/Philosophy
• List of References with Contact Information
• Other Documents #1
  
  

Optional Documents

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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