Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

Louisiana State University

The Rucks Department of Management invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management at the Assistant Professor rank to begin in Fall 2026. Senior Assistant Professors are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants with prior experience should have a strong research record commensurate with their experience and junior candidates must show promise for the development of a solid research agenda.

Job Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses (primarily in organizational behavior and human resource management). Normal teaching load is two courses per semester, i.e., four courses per academic year.
• Engage in academic research and publishing.
• Undertake assignments normally associated with teaching, scholarship, and university service.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education Level/Specific Degree: Ph.D./DBA in Management or related field; ABD candidates will be considered.
• Years of Experience: 0-6
• Specific Experience: Primary area in organizational behavior and human resource management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specific Experience: Demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching or demonstrated potential for excellence.

Special Instructions:

Apply on the LSU Career Site: https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU/job/2700-BEC-North-Undergrad-Pavilion/Assistant-Professor-of-Organizational-Behavior-and-Human-Resource-Management_R00109078. Please provide a cover letter, CV and contact information for three professional references including name, title, phone number, and email address. A copy of your transcript may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire. Review of applications will begin September 24, 2025, and applications will be considered until a candidate is selected. Questions regarding the position may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Daniel Whitman (dwhitman@lsu.edu).

Additional Position Information:

About the Rucks Department of Management, the E. J. Ourso College of Business, and Baton Rouge: Rucks Department of Management: The Rucks Department of Management's mission is to create and disseminate knowledge about the effective and ethical management of organizations that is based on leveraging and developing resources and understanding environmental opportunities and demands. In pursuing this mission, the department seeks to build excellence through scholarly accomplishment, innovative instruction, and outstanding service to students, the profession, and the external constituencies it serves. For more information, visit https://www.lsu.edu/business/management. E. J. Ourso College of Business: Founded in 1928, the LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business is Louisiana's flagship business school, advancing economic growth and preparing students to lead in a rapidly evolving global economy. The college aligns with LSU's Scholarship First Agenda through strengths in business innovation, entrepreneurship, analytics, cybersecurity, and financial management. The college is headquartered in the 156,000-square-foot Business Education Complex, a state-of-the-art facility that includes immersive labs like the SMART Lab for simulated trading, the Behavioral Research Lab for advanced marketing studies, and the Jim and Laura Parr Professional Sales Lab for hands-on B2B training. The E. J. Ourso College of Business is a cornerstone of LSU, committed to excellence in education, research, and community engagement. As we look to the future, we remain dedicated to driving economic growth and advancing business knowledge in Louisiana and beyond. For more information, visit https://www.lsu.edu/business. Baton Rouge: Baton Rouge and the LSU campus represent the perfect blend of laid-back Southern hospitality and a growing metropolitan city at the forefront of business and industry. Only an hour from New Orleans, Baton Rouge is home to top global and technological companies. It is close to America's energy resources, delicate coastal ecosystems, and artistic, historical, and cultural treasures. This location means abundant research and industry engagement opportunities in one of the nation's top cities for job growth. For information, visit https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/