Position Overview

The Management and Human Resources Department of the Fisher College of Business at the Ohio State University invites applications for a tenured faculty position in the field of Strategic Management at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor. Job responsibilities include conducting cutting-edge research and publishing it in top-tier peerâ‘reviewed academic journals, teaching in Strategic Management and/or Entrepreneurship, and providing service to the Department, the College, the University, and the field of Management.

Performance Objectives

• Productivity in publishing high-quality cutting-edge research in top-tier peerâ‘reviewed academic journals.
• Excellence in teaching.
• Effectiveness in service to the Department, the College, the University, and the field of Management.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have an earned doctorate (Ph.D., D.B.A., or equivalent) in strategy, management, economics, or closely related field from one of the top 400 institutions on U.S. News and World Reports global ranking of Best Universities for Economics and Business (https://www.usnews.com/education/best-global-universities/economics-business).

Applicants must also have a minimum of five years of experience in a tenured or tenure-track position at a business school that is accredited by either the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) or the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).

Applicants must also have authored or coauthored a minimum of five (5) peerâ‘reviewed articles that have been published or accepted for publication in any of the following academic journals: Academy of Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, Administrative Science Quarterly, Management Science, Organization Science, or Strategic Management Journal.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in teaching both Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship/Innovation/Technology Management, evidence of effectiveness in teaching, experience in supervising doctoral students, evidence of effective service to the academic field of management (e.g., editorships, editorial board memberships, or leadership roles in conferences or professional associations), and indicators of a high likelihood of being able to operate effectively in an intellectually diverse department whose breadth spans strategic management, entrepreneurship, international business, human resources, and organizational behavior.

The College

Fisher College of Business has a rich research tradition and engages through the college and the Graduate School in programs at the undergraduate, master and doctoral levels. The nationally ranked Fisher College of Business is one of 15 colleges within the university, with approximately 7,600 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate students.

Department Information

The mission of the Department of Management and Human Resources (MHR) is to offer and maintain outstanding nationally and internationally recognized academic programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels and to provide an environment conducive to faculty research of the highest caliber. The department strives to develop its faculty throughout their careers in the achievement of excellence in teaching, research, and service. MHR faculty contribute research and teaching in five areas: Strategic Management, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, International Business, and Organizational Behavior.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

The Ohio State Universitys Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other basis under the law.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.

How to Apply:

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include:

Cover letter Curriculum Vita (CV) Statement of Research

Statement of Teaching and Mentoring

This position will remain open until filled. However, review of applications will begin on August 15, 2025. Therefore, in order to guarantee receiving full consideration, applicants should complete their entire application, including all supporting documentation, by that date.