Job Description

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor, Organizational Behavior/ Human Resource Management

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM COB - School of Management (Thomas Greckhamer (00001391))

Work Location:

2700 BEC North Undergrad Pavilion

Pay Grade:

Academic

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

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

This position requires the Assistant Professor to teach management courses at the undergraduate and graduate-level and to conduct research and publish in top management journals or those in closely related fields.

Job Responsibilities:

• 45% - Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses (primarily in Organizational 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:

• Education: PhD/D.B.A. in Management or related field; ABD candidates will be considered.
• Specific Experience: Primary area in organizational behavior/ human resource management. Demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching or demonstrated potential for excellence.

Competencies:

• Research - Proficient
• Course Instruction - Proficient
• Communication - Advanced

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three professional references including name, title, phone number, and email address (letters of reference may be requested at a later stage).
A copy of your transcript may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.
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, Professor Michael Johnson (michaeljohnson@lsu.edu).

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

Posting Date:

July 20, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

November 23, 2026

Additional Position Information:

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.

Essential Position (Y/N):

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.

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