Assistant Professor in Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management

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Working TitleAssistant Professor in Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202500189F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$150,000 - $180,000

Employee Benefits
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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week40

Description of Work Unit
The Department of Management is one of five academic departments in the College of Business.

The Department currently has 20 tenure-track faculty, nine contract and continuing faculty, one senior research scholar, and two postdoctoral researchers who serve approximately 3,300 business majors, over 1,000 business minors, and 1,000 graduate students.

With robust research support and a collaborative research community, Department faculty excel in publishing in top management and disciplinary journals.

Additionally, the Department excels in maintaining up-to-date and impactful curricula, and its faculty members receive widespread recognition for their teaching excellence.

Visithttps://biz.colostate.edu/About/Departments#managementto learn more.


The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB -accredited business school that embraces the values of access, excellence, impact, and community.

The College was recently selected as a winner of theFinancial Times“Best Business School” award for responsible business education; its Impact MBA program was ranked by Corporate Knights as the No. 4 “Better World MBA” worldwide; and the Supply Chain Management program was No. 12 in Gartner’s most recent “Top 25 North American Undergraduate Program” rankings.

These recognitions are aligned with theCollege’s vision (https://biz.colostate.edu/about/strategic-plan) to inspire and inform business practices that improve societal well-being and the health of our planet.


Colorado State University is a Carnegie Research Extensive Institution with a land grant mission serving approximately 32,000 graduate and undergraduate (resident-instruction) students.

CSU has been recognized as a premier research university, with world-class research in infectious disease, atmospheric science, clean energy technologies, and environmental science.

CSU also offers among the very best professional programs in computer information systems, veterinary medicine, occupational therapy, agriculture, and construction management.

CSU’s STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) platinum rating reflect the university’s commitment to sustainability.

For information about CSU and the College of Business, please visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/andhttps://biz.colostate.edu/.

Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes

% Research50

% Teaching40

% Service10

% Administration0

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on09/01/2025

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Position Summary
The Department of Management at Colorado State University invites applications and nominations for a tenure-tenure track Assistant Professor in Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management.

This position reports directly to the Department Chair in the Department of Management at the College of Business.

The start date for a Fall of 2026 appointment is August 16th, 2026.

Salary and benefits are competitive.

Specific responsibilities include:


+ conducting research leading to scholarly publication in leading academic journals;

+ teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in organizational behavior, human resource management, and other related topics; and

+ providing service to the College, University, profession, and community (service expectations are commensurate with rank).


Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

+ A Ph.D. in Organizational behavior, Human resource management, or related field.

ABD candidates will be considered with sufficient evidence that the doctorate degree will be completed before August 15, 2026.

+ An established record of publishing research in top-tier, peer reviewed, academic journals, or a demonstrated potential to do so.

+ The ability to conduct research with colleagues; effectively teach courses in organizational behavior and/or human resource management; provide service commensurate with rank.


Preferred Job Qualifications
In addition to required qualifications, preferred candidates will have:

+ An impactful research program that emphasizes organizational behavior and/or human resource management aligned with our College’s vision of positive societal impact;

+ Evidence of teaching effectiveness in organizational behavior (e.g., leadership, teams) and/or human resource management courses (e.g., strategic human resource management, employment law; data analytics); and

+ The ability to work effectively in a department that places significant emphasis on interdisciplinary interaction and integration.


Candidates are expected to have an expressed commitment to the College’s mission, vision, and values.

Special Instructions to Applicants
An application packet will consist of: 1) a cover letter indicating interest in the position at Colorado State University along with a description of the applicant’s ability to meet the position’s required and preferred qualifications; 2) a vita; 3) research statement (500 words or less); 4) teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness (500 words or less); 5) class or student evaluations; and 6) contact information of three references.

References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

For full consideration, applications should be received no later than 11:59pm MST September 1, 2025 tohttps://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/163826; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Please direct inquiries to Chris Henle, Search Committee Chair at chris.henle@colostate.edu.

Inquiries will be treated confidentially.

Application materials of finalist candidates may be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Management.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals.

If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students.

To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer.

The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification.

Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO
Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Search ContactDr. Chris Henle, chris.henle@colostate.edu


Essential Duties


Job Duty CategoryService to Department, College, University and Discipline

Duty/Responsibility
Serve on committees at departmental, college and university levels as assigned by the department head.

Serve the discipline through activities such as leadership positions within academic associations and/or reviewing for journals.



Percentage Of Time10


Job Duty CategoryResearch

Duty/Responsibility
Design, analyze, and publish theoretical and empirical studies in premier/high quality, peer-reviewed management journals.



Percentage Of Time50


Job Duty CategoryTeaching

Duty/Responsibility
Teach organizational behavior and/or human resource management courses to undergraduate and/or graduate students.



Percentage Of Time40



References Requested

References Requested


Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3


Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



+ * Do you have a PhD or ABD in OB, HR, or a related field?

+ Yes

+ No


+ * Do you have an established record of publishing research in top-tier, peer reviewed, academic journals, or a demonstrated potential to do so?

+ Yes

+ No


+ * Do you have the ability to effectively teach courses in organizational behavior and/or human resource management?

+ Yes

+ No


Applicant Documents
Required Documents

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Cover Letter

+ Class or Student Evaluations

+ Statement of Research Philosophy

+ Statement of Teaching Interests

Optional Documents

Required Skill Profession

Other General