Assistant Professor, Organizational Behavior/ Human Resource Management

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management in the Rucks Department of Management to begin Fall 2027. Qualifications include a Ph.D./D.B.A. in Management or related field; ABD candidates considered.

0–6 years of experience. Primary focus OB and/or HRM with strong research potential. Responsibilities include teaching four courses per academic year (two per semester) at

Qualifications

• Ph.D./D.B.A. in Management or related area (ABD candidates considered).
• 0–6 years of experience.
• Primary focus in Organizational Behavior and/or Human Resource Management with potential for excellence in research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses (OB/HRM).
• Engage in scholarly research and publish in management journals.
• Contribute to teaching, scholarship, and university service.

Job description

AssistantProfessorofOrganizational Behavior/Human Resource Management, Louisiana State University

The Rucks Department of Management invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position inOrganizational Behavior/Human Resource Managementat the Assistant Professor rank to begin in Fall 2027.

Senior Assistant Professors are encouraged to apply. Applicants with priortenure-trackexperience should have a strong research record commensurate with experience and junior candidates must show promise for the development of a solid research agenda.

Job Responsibilities:

• 45% - Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses (primarily inOrganizational Behavior and Human Resource Management). Normal teaching load is two courses per semester, i.e., four courses per academic year.
• 45% -Engage in academic research and publish in academic journals in management or in closely related fields.
• 10% - Undertake assignments normally associated with teaching, scholarship, and University service.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D./D.B.A. in Management or relatedarea; ABD candidates will be considered.
• Years of Experience: 0-6
• Specific Experience: Primary area inOrganizational Behavior and/or Human Resource Management.Demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching or demonstrated potential for excellence.

Review of applications will begin August 18, 2026, and applications will be considered until a candidate is selected.

Questions regarding the position may be directed to the chair of the search committee, ProfessorMichael Johnson([e-mail]).

Background Check

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

About the Rucks Department of Management, the E.J. Ourso College of Business, and Baton Rouge

Rucks Department of Management:The Rucks Department of Management's mission is to create and disseminate knowledge about the effective and ethical management of organizations that is based on leveraging and developing resources and understanding environmental opportunities and demands. In pursuing this mission, the department seeks to build excellence through scholarly accomplishment, innovative instruction, and outstanding service to students, the profession, and the external constituencies it serves. For more information, visithttps://www.lsu.edu/business/management.

E. J. Ourso College of Business:Founded in 1928, the LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business is Louisiana's flagship business school, advancing economic growth and preparing students to lead in a rapidly evolving global economy. The college aligns with LSU's Scholarship Firstandis headquartered in the 156,000-square-foot Business Education Complex, a state-of-the-art facility that includes immersive labs like the SMART Lab for simulated trading, the Behavioral Research Lab for advanced marketing studies, and the Jim and Laura Parr Professional Sales Lab for hands-on B2B training. The E. J. Ourso College of Business is a cornerstone of LSU, committed to excellence in education, research, and community engagement. As we look to the future, we remain dedicated to driving economic growth and advancing business knowledge in Louisiana and beyond.For more information, visithttps://www.lsu.edu/business.

Baton Rouge:BatonRouge and the LSU campus represent the perfect blend of laid-back Southern hospitality and a growing metropolitan city at the forefront of business and industry. Only an hour from New Orleans, Baton Rouge isLouisiana's capital city and in addition to being thestate's center of governmentishome to top global and technological companies. Italsois close to America's energy resources, delicate coastal ecosystems, and artistic, historical, and cultural treasures. This location means abundant research and industry engagement opportunities in one of the nation's top cities for job growth.Formoreinformation, visithttps://www.visitbatonrouge.com/