2026-2027 Assistant Professor of Marketing, The Wharton School

2026-2027 Assistant Professor of Marketing, The Wharton School

Location: Philadelphia, PA
Open Date: May 29, 2026

The Wharton Marketing Department is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor. The department consists of a large group of faculty with varied research interests, and we offer degree programs at the undergraduate, MBA, and Ph.D. levels. Our goal is to attract individuals who have strong potential for excellence in research and teaching, and who will enrich our academic environment.

Information about the Marketing Department and the research expertise of its current faculty may be found at: Marketing Department

We will be interviewing candidates, virtually, in August to meet with outstanding individuals who are interested in tenure-track faculty positions in Marketing at the Wharton School. Individuals who are interested are encouraged to submit materials for review.

Qualifications

Applicants should have interests in areas such as Marketing, Psychology, Economics, Statistics, Neuroscience, Computer and Information Science, and related disciplines. Demonstrated ability or potential for high-quality research and teaching are essential. Applicants must have a Ph.D. (expected completion by June 30, 2028, is acceptable) from an accredited institution. The appointment is expected to begin on July 1, 2027.

To be considered for an interview during The Wharton School's 2026 Recruitment cycle (August 2026), please submit your application to us by July 15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

You may email us at mktg-recruitment@wharton.upenn.edu with any questions.

Application Instructions

All applicants must complete and submit all required materials via the online application in order to be considered. All application materials must be submitted in PDF format only.

1. Required: Cover Letter
2. Required: Current CV
3. Required: Recommendations (2 Minimum, up to 3)
4. Required: Job Market Paper Abstract
5. Required: Job Market Paper
6. Required: Personal Statement
7. Optional: Up to 2 additional papers