Description

Position Overview

The School of Business at the University of Kansas invites applicants for an Assistant or Associate Professor position in Marketing for the 2026-2027 academic year. This is a full-time, tenure-track position beginning August 18, 2026.

This position will interact with students, faculty, industry partners, and the broader business community through research, teaching, and service. Individuals with research and teaching interests in sales management, digital marketing, or marketing strategy are encouraged to apply. Primary teaching responsibilities may be in, although not limited to, sales management, digital marketing, or marketing strategy.

KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment

The University of Kansas and Lawrence, Kansas
The University of Kansas is one of the leading research universities in the United States and is known for its strong tradition of academic excellence. Since 1909, the University of Kansas has been a member of the Association of American Universities, the premier consortium of research institutions in North America.

The University of Kansas School of Business offers undergraduate, master's (full-time, part-time, and online) and doctoral programs. In recent years, the school has experienced remarkable growth and currently enrolls more than 3,600 undergraduate students. Within the School, the marketing major has demonstrated consistent growth and is now the second-largest major at the undergraduate level. Recently, the School added a program in professional selling which provides all undergraduate students with the option of obtaining a certificate in professional selling.

The School of Business is housed at KU's main campus in Lawrence. In May 2016, the School of Business moved into its new $70.5 million home, Capitol Federal Hall. The School also offers programs at KU Edwards Campus in Overland Park, a suburb of Kansas City. Lawrence is located 35 miles west of Kansas City atop Mount Oread in the Kansas River valley. It has a population of about 100,000, with a large student population and a small-town, friendly atmosphere with many major-city lifestyle amenities. Lawrence boasts a nationally recognized live music scene, a historic downtown area full of small businesses, art galleries, microbreweries, bars, restaurants, many walking and bike trails, and the Clinton State Park and Reservoir. The Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is less than an hour's drive from Lawrence and boasts a modern terminal. It offers flights to all major U.S. cities and is known for low flight delays.

Job Description

40% Research- Conduct and publish research on marketing topics in leading academic journals.

40% Teaching- Teach a combination of required and elective courses in marketing at the undergraduate, master's and/or doctoral levels.

20% Service- Engage in school, university, and professional service activities.

Required Qualifications

1. A Ph.D. or D.B.A. degree in marketing (must have completed or have reasonable expectation of completing the degree by August 18, 2026).
2. Demonstrated (or high potential for) excellent scholarship as shown through publications or working papers.
3. Demonstrated (or high potential for) teaching excellence in marketing.
4. Candidates at the Associate Professor level must meet the requirements for Promotion and Tenure at that level for the School of Business at the University of Kansas.

Evaluation of these requirements will be made through (1) letter of application describing experience and accomplishments; (2) record of productivity in teaching and research as noted in CV; (3) research statement and supplemental materials (e.g., publications); (4) teaching statement and supplemental materials (teaching portfolio, sample syllabi, teaching evaluations); (5) information provided by three professional references. Letters of reference may be included in the online application packet or submitted to [email protected].

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Additional Candidate Instruction

To be considered, candidates must submit an online application. Application should include a: (1) cover letter describing experience and accomplishments, (2) record of productivity in teaching, research and service as noted in CV, (3) research statement and supplemental materials, (e.g., publications), (4) teaching statement and supplemental materials (e.g., teaching portfolio, sample syllabi, teaching evaluations), and (5) three professional references. Letters of reference may be sent directly to [email protected] or attached to online application.

Review of applications will begin 8/4/2025 and will continue as needed until a pool of qualified applicants has been identified.

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and procedures and is the Title IX Coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. Reports can be submitted by contacting the Title IX Coordinator as provided herein or using the Title IX online report form and complaints can be submitted with the Title IX Coordinator or using the Title IX online complaint form.