Assistant Professor; Human Resource Management

Job Summary

Assistant Professor (tenure‑track, 9‑month), Department of Management, Monte Ahuja College of Business, Cleveland State University. Position begins August 17, 2026.

Teaching 18 credit hours per academic year at the undergraduate or graduate levels (onsite and online), conduct research in line with college expectations, and engage in service at departmental, college, and university levels.

• Teach 18 credit hours per academic year, including both on‑site and online courses, at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Conduct scholarly research in management with a focus on human resource topics.
• Participate in department, college, and university service activities.

• Doctoral degree or ABD in Human Resources or an equivalent discipline from an AACSB‑accredited university (terminal degree completed by July 1, 2026). ABD candidates will begin at the rank of Instructor.
• Primary interest and experience teaching Human Resource Management courses, with evidence of teaching at least two relevant sections.
• Active research record in management journals covering HR topics.

• Successful teaching experience of HR courses at an AACSB‑accredited university.
• A research record demonstrating impact in the field of HR or showing potential for significant impact.

Applications are accepted exclusively online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./25867
. Mail or e‑mail applications will not be accepted. Priority will be given to applications received by March 22, 2026. Contact the Search Committee Chair, Michele Heath, at m.heath with inquiries.

• Cover letter addressing the position qualifications
• Evidence of research effectiveness (journal quality, citations)
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and evaluations
• Contact information for three reference letters (references will be emailed to upload a letter of support)

Cleveland State University is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.