Assistant Professor

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: about 9 hours ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
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Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Assistant Professor
Department Marketing-1028
Requisition Number F_240077
Posting Open Date 05/22/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 06/24/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
Position Summary
The College of Business at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks applicants for one tenure-track position starting Fall 2024. Rank is at the Assistant Professor level. Applicants should demonstrate the ability and qualifications commensurate with successful and ongoing involvement in the Department and College’s research and graduate programs, including the doctoral program and teaching courses at the undergraduate, MBA, and Ph.D. levels.
About the Department of Marketing
The Department of Marketing (https://business.unl.edu/marketing/ ) has 15 faculty members. It provides a very collegial environment for research and teaching. The Agribusiness Program and the Center for Sales Excellence are also housed in the department, offering resources and opportunities for collaboration with industry partners.
About the College
The faculty, students, and staff who comprise the College of Business bring a high level of dedication to providing exceptional education and real-world experiences for our students. We have enjoyed unprecedented growth in students, programs, faculty, and research. As the College continues to build on and further develop its strengths, we have hired more than fifty new faculty members over the last three years. Our new 240,000 square-foot state-of-the-art Howard L. Hawks Hall (fully funded through the generous support of our alumni, business partners, and friends) provides faculty and students with the perfect setting to achieve their goals. Lincoln and nearby Omaha have thriving business communities that engage with the College. The College prides itself on being an open and collaborative community. For more information, visit https://business.unl.edu/ .
About Lincoln Nebraska
The city of Lincoln, population 290,000, has earned a reputation as one of the Midwest’s most beloved mid-sized cities. It maintains a college-town atmosphere while providing the attractions and entertainment opportunities of a metropolitan area. Lincoln offers the exhilaration of a big city and the serenity of the countryside all in one place. It was recently named America’s brightest and most affordable tech hub by Livability and a Smart Gigabit Community by the National Science Foundation-funded nonprofit U.S. Ignite. Accolades also include #4 best state capital to live in by WalletHub; #1 best city for new jobs by Forbes; a #2 highest quality of life ranking by The Huffington Post; and a #4 ranking in Children’s Health magazine’s listing of best places to raise a family. Lincoln boasts low unemployment, low cost of living, and low crime. A strong vision for growth, vibrant downtown, extensive bike trails, numerous golf courses and parks, a wide variety of restaurants, shops and museums, and top college sports teams help make Lincoln a desirable community. Visit https://go.unl.edu/connections , www.lincoln.org , and www.lcoc.com/meet-lincoln for more information about Lincoln.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in marketing or a related discipline from an AACSB or equivalent accredited School or College of Business at the time of the appointment.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality research in the areas of social media, digital marketing, branding, and influencer marketing aimed at top-tier marketing journals.
  • Ability to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Experience and credentials should be commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Publication record in top-tier marketing journals such as the Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, and Marketing Science.
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Criminal History Background Check Required No
Posted Salary
How to Apply
Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents:
  • A letter of application.
  • A detailed resume or CV that includes information on education, experience, qualifications, teaching experience (including title and levels of courses taught and summary of teaching evaluations), and research publications/working papers (if applicable).
  • A list of three references with complete contact information.
  • Additional supporting material that the candidate may want to submit (optional). Attach as “Other Document.”


    • The application must be complete before it can be evaluated. For specific questions about the application process, please email Michelle Jacobs ([email protected] ). For general questions about the position, email the chair of the search committee, Dr. Sajeesh Sajeesh ([email protected] ).
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    For specific questions about the application process, please email Michelle Jacobs ([email protected] ). For general questions about the position, email the chair of the search committee, Dr. Sajeesh Sajeesh ([email protected] ).  
    Job Category
    Job Category (old) Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading
    Job Type 9 Month
    Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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    Planned Hire Date August 2024
    Appointment End Date
    Organizational Location Default Location

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