Assistant Professor of Management – Organizational Behavior / Human Resource Management – Colorado State University

Assistant Professor of Management – Organizational Behavior / Human Resource Management – Colorado State University

• Institution: Colorado State University
• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Management, College of Business
• Job Reference / Requisition ID: R2026106780
• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track
• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor
• Salary / Remuneration: $163,000–$183,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Location: Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
• Application Deadline: October 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM MT for full consideration; Open until filled

📋 Overview of Role

Colorado State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Management specializing in Organizational Behavior (OB) and/or Human Resource Management (HR). The successful candidate will conduct research leading to publications in leading academic journals, teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, and contribute to departmental, university, professional, and community service.

The position is fully in-person/on-site in Fort Collins and is expected to begin before August 15, 2027.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Conduct and publish high-quality scholarly research in Organizational Behavior and/or Human Resource Management.

• Develop a research program capable of producing publications in top-tier, peer-reviewed academic journals.

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Organizational Behavior and/or Human Resource Management.

• Contribute to course and curriculum development.

• Potential teaching areas include leadership, teams, negotiation, strategic human resource management, and HR data analytics.

• Provide service to the Department of Management, University, academic profession, and community.

• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to an environment emphasizing interdisciplinary interaction and integration.

• Support CSU’s mission, vision, and values through research, teaching, and service.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior, Human Resource Management, or a related field.

• ABD Candidates: ABD candidates may be considered if they provide sufficient evidence that the doctorate will be completed before August 15, 2027.

• Research: Established record of publishing in top-tier, peer-reviewed academic journals, or demonstrated potential to do so.

• Teaching: Ability to effectively teach courses in Organizational Behavior and/or Human Resource Management.

• Collaboration: Ability to conduct research and work effectively with academic colleagues.

• Service: Ability to provide service appropriate to the Assistant Professor rank.

• Preferred Research Profile: An impactful research program focused on OB and/or HRM and aligned with the College’s vision of positive societal impact.

• Preferred Teaching Experience: Evidence of teaching effectiveness in areas such as leadership, teams, negotiation, strategic HR management, and data analytics.

• Interdisciplinary Skills: Ability to work effectively in a department with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: $163,000–$183,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Benefits: CSU provides a comprehensive employee benefits package, along with resources supporting work-life balance, professional growth, and employee well-being.

• Work Arrangement: Fully in-person/on-site in Fort Collins, Colorado.

• Employment Condition: A pre-employment criminal background check is required for new hires.

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter explaining interest in the position and demonstrating how the candidate meets the required and preferred qualifications, including a concise outline of research domain and interests.

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) including the names and contact information of three references.

3. Statement of Interest integrating the College’s mission, vision, and values with the applicant’s research and teaching, limited to 500 words maximum.

📬 Application Process

• 🔗 Application Link: https://csusystem.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/fortcollins_careers/job/Fort-Collins-CO/Assistant-Professor-of-Management---OB-HR_R2026106780

• 📧 Contact / Enquiries: Not specified in the announcement

• 📅 Full Consideration Deadline: October 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM MT

• Final Deadline: Open until filled

• Application Method: Applications must be submitted through the Colorado State University online careers portal.

🌐 Official Website / Domain: www.colostate.edu