Assistant Professor of Management; Human Resources​/Leadership

Job Summary

The Department of Management and Supply Chain at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) in Johnson City, Tennessee, invites applications for a 9-month academic, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Human Resource Management/Leadership. The position may begin in Spring 2026 or Fall 2026, depending on candidate availability and departmental needs.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to teach, conduct high-quality research, and actively engage in institutional, professional, and community service activities, including student recruitment and continuous program improvement activities. The candidate will also be responsible for mentoring students and supporting student organizations. We welcome candidates who are committed to building strong community relationships that support student success and provide valuable opportunities for experiential learning and career development.

Applications will be reviewed until a candidate is selected and recommended for appointment. To be considered for this position, applicants must complete an online application and submit the requested items.

The College of Business and Technology at East Tennessee State University is AACSB accredited. CBAT employs approximately 100 full-time faculty members and serves over 3,000 students. Undergraduate concentrations are offered in accounting, computing, digital media, economics and finance, management, marketing, media and communications, military science, sports and recreation management, supply chain as well as, master’s degrees in accountancy, brand strategy, business administration, digital marketing, and digital media.

• Ability to develop and maintain a high-quality research agenda.
• Ability to teach both online and in-person.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance student learning and support departmental, programmatic, and college-wide initiatives.
• Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities.
• Commitment to serving the university, college, department, and the professional community.

• Ph.D. or DBA in Management from an AACSB-accredited business school, completed by the time of appointment.

• A strong record or demonstrated potential for scholarly research, evidenced by high-quality publications (e.g., those listed on the ABDC journal list) or a clearly defined, active research agenda.
• Demonstrated effectiveness or strong potential for teaching human resource management courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, in online and in-person formats.
• Experience in curriculum development or improvement.
• Experience integrating emerging technologies (e.g., AI, simulation platforms) into teaching and learning environments.
• Relevant professional or industry experience.
• Experience contributing to program innovation or interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Demonstrated commitment or potential to contribute to service at the university, college, department, and professional levels.

• Salary depended on qualifications.
• For information on benefits please visitwww.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

• Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
• Employment contingent on a satisfactory background check.
• Please attach the following documents:
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Statement of Research
  • Transcripts

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond.

Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer:
The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.