Open Rank Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty, Strategy

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo invites applications for an Open Rank Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty position in Strategy within the School of Management. The appointment will be at Assistant or Associate Professor level, with preference for Associate Professor.

The candidate will join the Department of Operations Management and Strategy and contribute to research, teaching, and engagement locally and globally. We seek a scholar with a strong publication record in strategic management, who can teach

Qualifications

• PhD in business or related field.
• Evidence of influential scholarship with publications in top Strategy journals.
• Teaching experience at undergraduate/graduate levels for Associate rank.

Responsibilities

• Teach doctoral, MBA, master's, and undergraduate courses in strategy and related disciplines.
• Mentor doctoral students and junior faculty.
• Provide academic leadership within the department, school, and university.
• Contribute to curriculum development and strategic initiatives within the School of Management.
• Build collaborations across UB and with external stakeholders, including industry and government.

Skills

Influential scholarship

Teaching experience

Strategic management research

Education

PhD in business or related field

Job description

Open Rank Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty, Strategy

Position Information

Position Title: Open Rank Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty,Strategy

Department: Operations Management and Strategy

Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64201

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The University at Buffalo (UB), a flagship institution of the State University of New York and a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), invites applications for a tenure-track/tenured position in Strategy at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the Department of Operations Management and Strategy within the School of Management, with a preference for candidates at the Associate Professor level.

We seek an accomplished scholar whose research advances knowledge in strategic management and contributes to the School of Management's mission of producing impactful research, delivering innovative business education, and engaging with organizations and communities locally and globally.

For full consideration, required application materials should be formally submitted by December 15th, 2026. Faculty obligation will begin mid-August 2027.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Have an outstanding record of influential scholarship, as evidenced by a strong publication and citation record.
• Publish in leading scholarly journals and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in areas such as competitive strategy, corporate strategy, entrepreneurship, innovation, international business, sustainability, technology strategy, or related fields.
• Teach doctoral, MBA, master's, and undergraduate courses in strategy and related disciplines. Specific courses may include Managerial Economics and Macro Economics, Strategy, and/or Entrepreneurship.
• Contribute to executive and professional education initiatives.
• Mentor doctoral students and junior faculty members.
• Provide academic leadership within the department, school, and university.
• Contribute to curriculum development and strategic initiatives within the School of Management.
• Build collaborations across UB and with external stakeholders, including industry, government, and academic partners.
• Participate actively in professional organizations and the broader scholarly community.

About the Department

The Department of Operations Management and Strategy is home to distinguished faculty conducting impactful research in strategic management, entrepreneurship, international business, operations management, and supply chain management. The department supports doctoral specialization in strategic management and provides a collaborative intellectual environment that encourages innovative and interdisciplinary scholarship.

About the School of Management

The University at Buffalo School of Management is one of the nation's leading public business schools. The school is committed to transformative education, thought leadership, and meaningful engagement with business and society. Faculty members engage in research that addresses important managerial and societal challenges while preparing future leaders through exceptional educational experiences.

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• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Assistant Professor

• Doctoral degree (PhD) in a business discipline or related field.
• A research portfolio if applying for an Assistant Professor position
• A record of influential scholarship at a major research university if applying for an Associate position, including a strong publication record in top journals in Strategy.

Associate Professor

• Doctoral degree (PhD) in a business discipline or related field.
• Demonstrated record of high-quality scholarly research with publications in peer-reviewed journals recognized within the field.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Qualifications consistent with appointment at the rank of Associate Professor with tenure at a major research university.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research that addresses contemporary strategic challenges facing organizations and society.
• Ability to engage in interdisciplinary collaborations across business and related fields.
• Experience securing externally funded research or leading major research initiatives.
• An interest in developing the research and outreach capability of research and practice centers.
• Evidence of commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative academic environment.

Salary Range
Competitive

Job Type
Full-Time

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Erika Bagnoli

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Posting Dates

Posted: 09/08/2026

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Date to be filled: 09/01/2027