Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Strategic Management (TIES) Group
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management in Cambridge, MA, invites applications for faculty positions in the Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Management (TIES) Group, starting July 1, 2027, or as soon thereafter as possible. We seek candidates whose research focuses on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and/or Strategy.
We welcome applications from individuals eligible for appointment as Assistant Professor or as Associate Professor without tenure
Responsibilities include:
The MIT Sloan TIES Group values scholarly excellence, doctoral training, and a collegial, multi-disciplinary environment. Faculty collaborate extensively within Sloan, across MIT, and with the broader Cambridge academic community. More about the group here
The pay range for a 9-month academic appointment at the entry-level Assistant Professor rank (excluding summer salary): $225,000 – $254,000. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. These factors impact where an individual’s pay falls within a range. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including verifying any finding of misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers.
Candidates must possess a PhD in Economics, Sociology, Management, or other relevant social science disciplines by the start of employment.
To apply, please submit materials electronically here, including:
In addition, please arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted through the same link.
The application deadline is October 15, 2026.
Applications should be addressed to:
Professor Scott Stern
Chair, TIES Search Committee
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found here
Background Check Policy
Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including possible verification of any findings of misconduct (or pending investigations) from prior employers.
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