"Tenure track Assistant Professor in Strategy and/or Entrepreneurship"

Tilburg University | Tilburg School of Economics and Management is looking for a Tenure track assistant professor in Strategy and/or Entrepreneurship

Department: Strategy & Entrepreneurship

Hybrid or On site: Tilburg

Contract size: 1 fte

Full-time gross monthly salary: €4537 – €6209

Contract duration: Tenure Track, 6 years

Intended start date: July/August 2026

Your position

The Department of Strategy and Entrepreneurship of Tilburg University invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor in Strategy and/or Entrepreneurship. We are aiming to hire with a start in the summer (July-August) of 2026 but an earlier start is also possible.

Candidates selected for this position will play a significant role in various programs our school offers, such as the Bachelor International Business Administration, the Bachelor Entrepreneurship & Business Innovation, and the Master of Strategic Management. The Department also oversees a robust Ph.D. program in Strategy & Entrepreneurship, geared towards preparing future researchers for successful careers. We prioritize exceptional education grounded in scientific research that equips our students for successful careers in the business world.

Your profile

The candidate should have research and teaching interests in (combinations of) various subfields of Strategy and/or Entrepreneurship, such as corporate venturing, business innovation, new venture growth and survival, new product development, business modelling, business- and corporate-level strategy, strategic renewal, and international business.

We are looking for candidates with a PhD in entrepreneurship and/or strategy or related field who can fulfil the following criteria in a balanced approach:

• Research: Clear signals of research excellence as evidenced by R&Rs or publications in premier academic journals, including an active research agenda and demonstrated leadership within the strategy/entrepreneurship research community.
• Education: A demonstrated record of teaching ability/experience within the strategy/entrepreneurship discipline. We expect the candidate to contribute to outstanding education at both undergraduate and graduate levels after joining the position. We have a highly international teaching portfolio so the ability to teach in Dutch is a plus but not a requirement.
• Impact: Contributions to the academic community, as evidenced by current or past involvement in reviewing for premier academic journals, conference and workshops attendance of organizations, and related activities.
• Grant acquisition: The candidate is expected to become active in the acquisition of grants. Industry partnerships and experience with externally funded research are valued highly.
• Leadership and team spirit: The candidate contributes to a positive culture within working-teams, the department, the school and the university as a whole. We expect candidates to foster team-play by giving encouragement and support the efforts of others.

As part of the university’s gender equality roadmap, female candidates are especially encouraged to apply for the position.

Our offer

Tilburg University offers excellent benefits in a pleasant working environment:

• Employment of 1 FTE.
• Salary between €4537 and €6209 gross per month for full-time employment (UFO-profile Assistant Professor 2, salary scale 11). Tilburg University uses a neutral remuneration system based on relevant work experience.
• This is a vacancy for a Tenure Track position in accordance with Article 6.6 CLA DU. You will be given a temporary contract for the duration of 6 years.
• Vacation pay of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.
• Over 8 weeks of vacation leave.
• Hybrid working with home working allowance (€2 p/day) and internet allowance (€25 p/month).
• Reimbursement sustainable commuting: walking, cycling, and public transport.
• Options model for additional leave, pension, a bicycle or personal training.
• Moving allowance (subject to conditions).
• 30% rule for international employees (if applicable).
• Pension through ABP.
• Ample training offer: personal development, leadership, education, research or language courses. Inclusive work culture: everyone welcome, equal opportunities.
• A campus set in green surroundings easily accessible by public transportation.

For more information, please see our website and the CLA Dutch Universities.

Want to know more?

Would you like to know more before applying? Feel free to contact the chair of the recruiting committee, Dr. Lien Denoo (L.C.I.Denoo@tilburguniversity.edu)

Preliminary and informal talks can be scheduled at the upcoming Academy of Management conference. If you will attend this conference please send an email with your CV to Dr. Lien Denoo (L.C.I.Denoo@tilburguniversity.edu) before July 15th to schedule an informal talk with a member of the recruitment committee.

Want to apply?

We kindly invite you to apply before 1 November 2025; this can only be done online. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Address your cover letter to Dr. Lien Denoo and attach (1) a motivation letter, in your letter please indicate the domain you are applying for, (2) a curriculum vitae with a reference list, (3) a research statement (4) a main work-in-progress research paper and two other examples of research, (5) teaching evaluations or other evidence of teaching ability. We look forward to your response.

The selection committee consists of:

1. Lien Denoo, Chair and Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship
2. Louis Mulotte, Professor of Strategy and Organization
3. John Li, Assistant Professor
4. Koen van den Oever, Associate Professor
5. Yoojeong Shin, Assistant Professor

You will ideally start working for Tilburg University in July/August 2026.