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Assistant or Associate Professor

Employer
University of Georgia
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Aug 6, 2024
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Position Summary

The Department Marketing in the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia invites applications for one or more full-time tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant or associate professor rank, with an anticipated employment start date of August 1, 2025.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin immediately. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a full vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, copies of course evaluations, and contact information for three references. Applications submitted in other ways will not be considered. References will be contacted by the department at the appropriate time in the process. Initial interviews will be conducted via Skype or Zoom. Please address any questions about the application process to the search committee chair, Dr. Julio Sevilla (sevilla@uga.edu).

Posting Details

Posting Number

F2058P

Working Title

Assistant or Associate Professor

Department

Terry-Marketing

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Department of Marketing ( www.terry.uga.edu/marketing/ ) offers the following degrees: PhD, Master of Marketing Research, MBA, MSBA, and BBA in Marketing. It also houses the Coca-Cola Center for Marketing Studies. The Terry College is the state’s flagship business school, with undergraduate, and graduate programs consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities. The Terry College moved into brand new, state-of-the-art facilities in 2017. To learn more about the College, Department, and specific programs, please visit https://terry.uga.edu/ . Athens, Georgia is generally regarded as one of the best college towns in the United States. It is nicknamed “The Classic City” because of its architecture and vibrant music, art, and food scene. Athens is located about 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with affordable real estate prices and a low cost of living.

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

08/06/2024

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Open Rank

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Open Rank (Tenure Track)

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Marketing or a related social science discipline from an accredited university at the time of appointment.

Additional Requirements

For information regarding requirements for each faculty rank, please see the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure and the Terry College of Business Criteria and Procedures for Promotion and Tenure .

Appointment at the assistant professor rank requires a demonstrated potential to publish rigorous research in premier peer-reviewed journals.

To be eligible for tenure on appointment, candidates must be appointed as an associate professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Applicants with experience levels from new doctoral recipients to associate professors will be considered.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

While all areas of teaching and research focus will be considered, candidates with an interest in consumer behavior, analytics/strategy, or digital marketing are desired.

The ability to teach marketing classes at the undergraduate and master’s level is a plus.

Assistant or Associate applicants requesting service credit, should have a record of publication in premier journals commensurate with rank and demonstrated excellence in teaching.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume/CV
  3. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
  4. Research Portfolio/Philosophy
  5. List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents

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