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

The California State University; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Strategy/Organization Theory. The primary teaching will cover undergraduate and graduate courses in strategic management and organization theory, with in-person, hybrid, or online delivery as needed.

We seek candidates with a Ph.D. or DBA in Business/Management/Strategy, a strong research record, and a commitment to inclusive teaching and service to the department and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Business, Management, or Strategy, with a concentration in Strategic Management or Organizational Theory; degree by August 1, 2027
• Ability to teach Strategic Management or Organization Theory at undergraduate and graduate levels
• Strong research pipeline with peer‑reviewed publications
• Commitment to serving department, college, university, and community; support diverse student populations

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in strategic management and organization theory
• Engage in research leading to conference presentations and publications
• Participate in service to department, college, university, and community

Skills

Strategic Management

Organization Theory

Teaching at grad & undergrad

Research publication pipeline

Diversity & inclusive teaching

Education

Ph.D. or DBA in Business/Management/Strategy

Job description

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

Apply now Job no: 559670
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Long Beach
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Business/Management

California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is a Hispanic Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution.

• 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 of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2027
• Demonstrated potential to effectively teach and engage in curriculum development for Strategic Management or Organization Theory subjects at the undergraduate and graduate level
• Demonstrated potential for research leading to peer‑reviewed publications
• Demonstrated potential to contribute in service roles to the department, college, university, and community
• Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low socioeconomic and first‑generation students

We acknowledge that candidates may have a broad variety of ways that they could contribute to the MHRM Department at CSULB. Therefore, we encourage applications from all candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, regardless of the extent to which they meet the desired qualifications outlined in this section.

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

• Teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Primary teaching assignment will likely include undergraduate courses in strategic management and organization theory. (Mode of instruction may include in‑person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination thereof.)
• Engage in research, scholarly and creative activities leading to conference presentations and publications
• Participate in service to the department, college, university, and community

CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University’s strong commitment to the academic success of all our students, including students with disabilities, first‑generation college students, veterans, and students from diverse socioeconomic and gender backgrounds.

• Student Success Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single‑spaced). For further information and guidelines, please visit: Student Success Statement.
• Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications
• CV
• Names and contact information for three references (to be contacted for confidential letters of recommendation should you reach finalist stage)
• Evidence of research and publication in the field
• Student evaluations and other evidence of teaching effectiveness, if applicable
• Teaching Statement/Philosophy
• Finalists should be prepared to submit an official transcript (e‑transcript preferred, if available)

How to Apply: Click Apply Now icon to complete the CSULB online application.

Requests for information about the position and process should be addressed to:
Dr. Mark Washburn
Search Committee Chair
Professor of Management
Department of Management & HRM
College of Business, California State University, Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840-8502

CSULB is not sponsoring applicants for the H‑1B employment fee for faculty that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers.” Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.

Employment Requirements: A background check (including a criminal records check and telephone reference check with most recent employer) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment. Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative or judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

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