Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in sustainability, in any field related to business, including accounting, finance, management, marketing, operations, strategy, and economics. We seek to make an appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Pending budget approval, the appointments would begin at the start of Fall 2026. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. from a business-related discipline, or expect to defend their dissertation by August 2026.  We are seeking candidates with high potential or demonstrated ability for distinguished research related to sustainable business in top-tier research outlets and teaching excellence. 

ABOUT THE MCDONOUGH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business offers unparalleled access to the world's business, policy, and thought leaders. The school, which attracts faculty and students from around the world, is committed to building global business knowledge and inspiring ethical leaders to serve the common good. Known for its emphasis at the intersection of business and global affairs and its values-based approach to business as part of Georgetown's rich Catholic, Jesuit tradition, the school also is focused on how business can be a force for change by addressing fields of the future, such as healthcare, sustainability, and AI and the future of work. The school's undergraduate and graduate degree programs provide solid grounding in all the core management disciplines, with an emphasis on the global, ethical, and political environment of business. The McDonough School of Business has an ongoing commitment to being a community in diversity as a fundamental aspect of the Georgetown community.

The school has a Business of Sustainability Initiative, and also offers several programs related to sustainable business, including the Undergraduate Sustainable Business Fellows, MBA Certificate in Sustainable Business, and an interdisciplinary M.S. in Environment and Sustainability Management degree. The McDonough School of Business is committed to being an inclusive community, and views it as a fundamental aspect of the Georgetown community.

 APPLICATION PROCEDURE

All applications should be submitted electronically by Interfolio [apply.interfolio.com/173916]. Interested applicants should provide a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, published and working papers, and three letters of recommendation. Applicants can also submit research and teaching statements. Experienced applicants need not provide letters of recommendation unless requested later in the process. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, until the position is filled.

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position is $146,000-$226,000, which represents the full range of anticipated compensation for this position. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at (202) 687-4798. 

About McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University

Located in Washington, D.C., Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business offers unparalleled access to the world's business, policy, and thought leaders. The school, which attracts faculty and students from around the world, is committed to building global business knowledge and inspiring ethical leaders to serve the common good. The school's undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA, and specialized programs provide solid grounding in all the core management disciplines, with an emphasis on the global, ethical, and political environment of business. The McDonough School of Business has an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a fundamental aspect of the Georgetown community.

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