Title: Assistant or Associate Professor Org Behavior & HR Mgmt

Department Org: Management - 101650

Employee Classification: F1 - Faculty 9 Month AAUP

Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors

Primary Location: MC AC

Job Description:

The John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Organizational Behavior/ Human Resource Management at the Assistant/Associate Professor level beginning Fall 2026.

The individual hired for this position will have responsibilities in teaching, research, and service. The teaching focus for this new colleague will be undergraduate and MBA courses in Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management and leadership. A secondary teaching area in Entrepreneurship, and other areas of Management is preferred. The teaching load may include face-to-face, dual modality, hybrid and/or Online deliveries.

In addition to teaching responsibilities, engagement in scholarly academic intellectual activities is required. The opportunity for collaborative research exists within the college and with other colleges of the university. The individual will also be responsible for mentoring undergraduate students and working with student organizations. They will contribute to assessment of student learning outcomes and engage in service activities with colleagues, the department, college, campus, community and professional organizations.

Accredited by AACSB International, the Neff College serves approximately 2,000 graduate and undergraduate students. The Management department offers three concentrations including General Management, Human Resource Management, and Entrepreneurship; collaborates closely with Marketing and Sales; and significantly contributes to the MBA program. Regional outreach is accomplished through activities of the Family Business Center and the Schmidt School of Professional Sales.

Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with preference given to applications received before January 20, 2026.

Interested candidates should submit: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of the most recent student evaluations of teaching, unofficial graduate transcripts, and names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Start date is August 24, 2026.

For questions, please contact Dr. Jenell Wittmer, at Jenell.Wittmer@utoledo.edu.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. and/or related terminal degree required. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. from an AACSB accredited institution in OB/HR or related discipline. A.B.D.'s with a clear plan for completion by August, 2026 are also encouraged to apply.

We welcome a variety of research interests that are not limited to, but complement and grow, the current research strengths within the Department and include the possibility of funded research. A candidate with a completed Ph.D. must have a consistent record of publication in quality, peer-reviewed journals. A strong track record of quality teaching is preferred.

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English to effectively communicate with faculty, staff, and students.

Must be motivated and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively.

Applicants must have abilities, skills and enthusiasm consistent with teaching excellence and instructional innovation.

Conditions of Employment:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. 

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request. 

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