Tenured or Tenure Track Faculty - Marketing

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

The Department of Marketing, Business Economics, and Law (MBEL) at the Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta is inviting applications for a tenure-track or tenured Professor position in Marketing, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

Candidates with a focus on consumer behavior, some knowledge of the human-technology interface (such as, social media, and influencer marketing, etc.), and/or familiarity with modern analytical techniques (including generative AI) are preferred but not required.

Successful candidates will conduct research directed at top-tier marketing journals, take advantage of external research funding opportunities, teach in undergraduate, masters and PhD programs, supervise graduate students, and contribute to academic service commensurate with the level of appointment. The Alberta School of Business has an energetic PhD program and the successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in its continuing success and development. Proficiency in English is required.

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited PhD program in marketing, with demonstrated potential to publish top-level research and achieve teaching excellence. We encourage senior appointments, with a high impact on the profession. Candidates who are close to PhD completion may be considered; however, the appointment will be contingent upon the completion of the PhD by an agreed-upon date.

Application Instructions

Click “Apply Now” and submit the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Samples of Research / Job Market Paper
• Curriculum Vitae
• Any Available Teaching Ratings
• Names of three referees who have been asked to send confidential letters of assessment. Please arrange to have these letters of assessment sent directly to us noting your application.

Please have your referees send their letters of assessment by e-mail (PDF files) to:

Dr. Paul Messinger, Department Chair

Department of Marketing, Business Economics and Law

Alberta School of Business

University of Alberta

Email: [email protected]

Please note in the subject line: “Tenured or Tenure Track Faculty - Marketing”

The successful candidate will be offered a tenured or tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, including a comprehensive benefits package.

The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule A of the collective agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.

The Alberta School of Business is one of the world’s leading institutions for business education and research. As the first and longest continually accredited business school in Canada, it is also one of the country’s largest, with 70 faculty members, 2,100 undergraduate students, and 950 graduate students. Since its inception in 1916, the school’s innovative thinking, entrepreneurial spirit, and leadership have shaped communities and businesses around the world. With a vision to develop and inspire entrepreneurial leaders from Alberta for the world, the School excels in research, teaching, and external engagement.

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The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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