Assistant Professor of Strategy/Organization Theory (2 Open Positions)

CSULB; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 69,426 - 147,579; Full time

Job summary

CSULB invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Strategy/Organization Theory located in Long Beach, California, with duties commencing Fall 2027. The appointments will contribute to innovative curricula, mentorship, and scholarly activity within a diverse university community. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D.

or D.B.A. in Business with a concentration in Strategic Management or Organizational Theory; demonstrated potential to teach at undergraduate and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Business with concentration in Strategic Management or Organizational Theory.
• Ability to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels; curriculum development potential.
• Evidence or potential for peer‑reviewed research and scholarly activity.
• Commitment to serving department, college, university, and community.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in strategic management and organization theory; in‑person, hybrid, or online.
• Engage in research leading to conferences and publications.
• Participate in service to department, college, university, and community.

Skills

Teaching potential

Curriculum development

Diversity & inclusion

Research potential

Education

Ph.D./D.B.A. in Business

Job description

Assistant Professor of Strategy/Organization Theory (2 Open Positions)

Location: Long Beach, Southern California

Effective Date: August 17, 2027 (Fall Semester)

Salary Range: $6,221–$13,224 per month (12 monthly payments); anticipated hiring range $10,916–$11,750 per month.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Business, Management, or Strategy, with a concentration in Strategic Management or Organizational Theory; degree at time of application or official notification of completion by August 1, 2027.
• Demonstrated potential to teach and engage in curriculum development for Strategic Management or Organization Theory at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Demonstrated potential for research leading to peer‑reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated potential to contribute in service roles to department, college, university, and community.
• Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low‑socioeconomic and first‑generation students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching classes focused on strategic management or organization theory.
• Expertise in case analysis and writing assessments for undergraduate program; strategy‑related teaching expertise will be considered.
• Strong research pipelines and published or under‑review manuscripts in journals of recognized quality in the Strategy and Organization Theory fields.
• Experience working with diverse student populations across demographic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Experience mentoring or supporting students using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom.

Duties

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, primarily in strategic management and organization theory; instruction may be in‑person, hybrid, online, or a combination.
• Engage in research, scholarly and creative activities leading to conference presentations and publications.
• Participate in service to department, college, university, and community.

Employment Requirements

• Completion of a background check (criminal records check and telephone reference check with most recent employer) before hiring.
• Disclosure of any final administrative or judicial decision related to sexual harassment within the last seven years after meeting minimum qualifications and before offer of employment.
• Signing of a release form authorizing the release of information regarding any substantiated allegations of misconduct upon reaching the final stages of the application process.
• Compliance with California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and CSU Executive Order 1083 regarding mandated reporter duties.
• Proficiency in complying with CSU employment policies, including prohibition of work outside California (effective January 1, 2022) and U.S. residence requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected category. Consistent with CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy and applicable state and federal law, CSULB provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment.

How to Apply

• Student Success Statement (maximum two pages, single‑spaced).
• Letter of application addressing required and preferred qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae.

How to Apply

• Names and contact information for three references.
• Evidence of research and publication in the field.
• Student evaluations and other evidence of teaching effectiveness, if applicable.
• Teaching statement/philosophy.
• Finalists must submit an official transcript.

Submit an online application through CSULB’s application system.