Assistant Professor — Job Opening #289536

Parker College of Business, Department of Management

The Department of Management in the Parker College of Business invites applications and nominations for the position of assistant professor, specializing in human resource management. 

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Within this setting, the Parker College of Business seeks to produce career-ready professionals by offering a broad array of high quality undergraduate and select graduate programs within a learning environment characterized by inspired teaching, relevant research, and meaningful service. In turn, the Department of Management offers a BBA in Management with concentrations in Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Hospitality Management, and Human Resource Management.

Location: Statesboro, GA

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Job Summary. Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Management, the assistant professor position requires a combination of research, teaching, and service responsibilities. The primary area of emphasis for this position is human resource management, with potential additional teaching responsibilities in other topics based on need and interest. This position will assume a key role in both the department and college undergraduate programs; opportunities to support multiple graduate programs may be available as well. The position is a 10-month, tenure-track appointment. 

Required Qualifications:

• Earned Ph.D. in management, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in management, from an institution with AACSB accreditation by August 1, 2026. 
• Initial (and continual) faculty qualification according to AACSB guidelines.
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives. 
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development. 
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• University-level teaching experience in human resource management.

• Industry experience in human resource management.

• Experience and/or willingness to teach hybrid or online courses.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references. Only complete applications submitted electronically will be considered. Other documentation may be requested.

Apply Before Date
Screening of applications begins September 18, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. The preferred position starting date is August 1, 2026.

See https://hr.georgiasouthern.edu/employment-opportunities/ to apply. Reference Job ID 289536.

Contact Information

Rachel Smith, Search Chair

Parker College of Business

Georgia Southern University

Email: rachelsmith@georgiasouthern.edu 

Telephone: 912-478-5985

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment:

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy.

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus. 

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/parker-business/departments/management. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information 

This is not a supervisory position.
This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check

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