Assistant Professor of Management

Texas State University; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State University’s Department of Management invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Management with a focus on supply chain, starting Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate SCM courses and publish in top journals, while engaging in service for the department and college.

The department supports multiple programs including B.B.A. in Management and online MBA, and values research, teaching excellence, and contributions to university

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field from an AACSB-accredited institution by hire date.
• Record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals appropriate to rank.
• Experience teaching SCM courses at undergraduate or graduate levels.
• Service record appropriate to rank.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate management/supply chain courses.
• Publish high-quality research in management/supply chain domains.
• Engage in service appropriate for this rank and support university initiatives.

Skills

Teaching SCM

Research publishing

Academic service

Education

PhD in SCM or related field

Job description

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

The Department of Management in the McCoy College of Business at Texas State University invites applications for a recently approved, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2027. The successful candidate for this position will regularly publish high-quality research in the management/supply chain domain.

A successful candidate will also teach undergraduate and/or graduate management/supply chain courses while engaging in service appropriate for this rank. Additionally, a successful candidate will have an interest in supporting initiatives of the university, college, and department.

The Department of Management is a highly collegial and intellectually vibrant group of approximately 41 full-time faculty. The department offers a B.B.A. in Management (with concentrations in Entrepreneurial Studies, Human Resources, Leadership and Decision-Making, and Supply Chain Management); offers a university-wide minor in Innovation & Entrepreneurship; supports the college’s face-to-face and online M.B.A. programs as well as the college’s D.B.A. program; and serves as the home of the Center for Student Entrepreneurship.

The McCoy College of Business provides student-centered undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs that produce graduates with the skills and experience to compete responsibly, professionally, and successfully in dynamic business environments. Nationally acclaimed faculty, extraordinary community partners, and industrious students collaborate to solve business challenges through applied research. As an AACSB -accredited institution with over 6,700 students, the McCoy College of Business emphasizes innovation, experiential learning, student-focused engagement, research, and service as it educates the next generation of global business leaders. The McCoy College of Business is home to the #1 Sales Program (worldwide), ranked #4 in family business research productivity (United States), ranked among the Top 30 Best Business Schools (among US public universities), and offers a Tier 1 MBA program. In recent years, the part-time MBA program was ranked among the best part-time MBA programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

The Texas State University, located along the beautiful San Marcos River, is in the center of the Texas Innovation Corridor. The city of San Marcos is home to the university, which is 25 miles south of Austin and 60 miles north of San Antonio. Nestled in the Texas Hill Country, the campus enjoys a beautiful setting along the banks of the San Marcos River and nearby access to two major airports.

Texas State is driving what’s next in research, academic excellence, and student success. The promising students, inspiring faculty, dedicated staff, and new graduates are primed to have an impact, change lives, and make a difference in the world. As a national research university with a Carnegie classification of Doctoral University: High Research Activity, Texas State is committed to world-class research and scholarly activities that span all disciplines, create new knowledge, and advance economic, cultural, and technological progress to address real-world issues. Texas State is on a trajectory to become a “Tier One” research university.

With more than 48,000 students, Texas State is among the 50 largest public universities in the nation. Students choose from over 200 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs offered by nine colleges. Texas State’s enrollment of minority students accounts for over 50% of the student population, and Hispanic-student enrollment accounts for over 35% of the student body. The university is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution and is one of 30 institutions nationally to receive the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in recognition of efforts to accelerate the success of Hispanic students in higher education. Additionally, Texas State has been named by Forbes as a Best Employer, and Best Employer for Women. The university is also regularly ranked as a Best College for Veterans.

Additional Details about the Position

Salary: The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Location: San Marcos campus (while the majority of courses are taught at the San Marcos campus, there may be a future need for teaching at the Round Rock campus).

Support: Includes the potential for summer support, other research support, and a professional development budget for research use and conference attendance.

The Department of Management seeks a collegial faculty member to advance the department and college as the university transitions to a top-tier research institution while maintaining a strong commitment to teaching. Candidates with supply chain management expertise and interests in emerging areas such as AI applications in supply chain are encouraged to apply.

This position is subject to the availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

Successful applicants must possess the following qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related business field, from an AACSB -accredited institution by the date of hire.
• A history of, or strong potential for, publishing in high-quality, peer-reviewed business journals commensurate with rank.
• Experience in high-quality teaching of Supply Chain Management courses at the undergraduate or graduate level commensurate with rank.
• A record of service commensurate with rank.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful applicants may also possess the following desirable qualifications:

• Evidence of publishing in top-tier scholarly business journals, according to the Australian Business Deans Council (ABDC) Journal Quality List or the Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS) Academic Journal Guide.
• Evidence of high-quality teaching of Supply Chain Management or related courses (include a summary of teaching evaluations).
• Evidence of a research interest in Supply Chain Management.
• Evidence of a commitment to high-quality professional and institutional service activities.
• Evidence of related industry experience.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Questions may be directed to Dr. Indu Ramachandran, Search Committee Chair ([e-mail])

Proposed Start Date

Fall 2027

Posting Date

10/06/2026

Review Date

11/06/2026

Close Date

11/05/2026

Open Until Filled? No

Legal Notices

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Ph.D. in supply chain management, business, management, or a related field from an AACSB-accredited institution?
  • Yes, I have a Ph.D. in supply chain management, business, management, or a related field from an AACSB-accredited institution.
  • No, I do not have a Ph.D. in supply chain management, business, management, or a related field from an AACSB-accredited institution.
  • Yes, ABD with a completion date prior to start.