About this Associate Professor / Professor in Marketing role at Macquarie University
• Salary Package: Associate Professor - Level D ($186,433 - $205,067), or
Professor - Level E ($228,560 - $239,365) plus 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading
• Appointment Type: Full-time, continuing position based at the Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
The Role
We are seeking an outstanding academic with expertise in one or more of the following areas: marketing technologies, advertising and digital marketing, customer insights and analytics, business-to-business marketing, or marketing strategy and innovation.
In this role, you will contribute across the full spectrum of academic activity, providing leadership in research, education, engagement, and service. You will develop and deliver innovative undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervise higher degree research candidates, and contribute to curriculum development and academic leadership within the Department.
You will drive the Department's research excellence by leading high-impact research programs, strengthening interdisciplinary and industry collaborations, securing competitive research funding, and enhancing the Department's national and international reputation. The role also includes contributing to the strategic priorities of the Department, Macquarie Business School, and the University through leadership, collegiality, and professional service.
About Us
Macquarie Business School & the Department of Marketing
Macquarie Business School (MQBS) is a globally recognised business school committed to creating knowledge, developing leaders, and delivering positive impact for business and society.
Its strategy is centred on four priorities - Transformative Education, Future-shaping Research, Impactful Partnerships, and Empowering Excellence - reflecting a commitment to innovation, inclusion, sustainability, and responsible leadership. Research excellence is strengthened through multidisciplinary research centres, including the Macquarie University Innovation, Strategy and Entrepreneurship (ISE) Research Centre and the Health at Work Research Centre, which foster collaboration across disciplines and address emerging challenges in business, technology, sustainability, finance, health, and public policy.
The Department of Marketing works closely with industry, government, alumni, and community partners to produce research that addresses complex business and societal challenges while delivering an integrated curriculum that combines academic rigour with practical relevance. Recognised as one of Australia's leading marketing departments and ranked among the QS Top 100 globally for Marketing, the Department is home to internationally recognised scholars publishing in the world's leading journals, including the Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science, International Journal of Research in Marketing, Journal of Consumer Research, Journal of Consumer Psychology, Journal of Retailing, Journal of Service Research, and Journal of Product Innovation Management.
Our research spans customer experience, consumer behaviour, branding, strategic marketing, innovation, entrepreneurship, digital and social media marketing, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and technology-enabled marketing. Through close collaboration with industry and government, executive education, internationally recognised conferences, research seminars, visiting scholars, and expert media commentary, we ensure our research informs theory, practice, education, and policy. Together, MQBS and the Department of Marketing are shaping the future of business through world-class research, transformative education, and meaningful partnerships that create lasting value for students, organisations, and society.
About You
You will hold a PhD in Marketing or a closely aligned discipline and have an internationally recognised research profile commensurate with appointment at Professorial level. You will demonstrate a sustained record of publication in FT50, ABDC A* and other high impact factor marketing-related journals, together with success in attracting competitive research funding and building impactful research collaborations.
You will have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research supervision, with experience designing and delivering high-quality, student-centred learning experiences across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. You will bring the ability to mentor and develop colleagues, build productive partnerships with industry and government, and foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing academic culture.
Most importantly, you will be a strategic academic leader who is committed to advancing research excellence, supporting the success of colleagues and students, and contributing to the continued growth and international standing of the Department of Marketing and Macquarie Business School.
To Apply
To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate cover letter (not exceeding 3 pages) that demonstrates how you meet the following selection criteria:
A PhD in Marketing or closely aligned field;
Outstanding contributions to scholarship and research in the discipline as evidenced by sustained publications in high quality (especially in the areas listed below) in high impact factor FT-50 and A* journals (listed in ABDC ranking as A*);
Demonstrable, high-quality research in marketing in areas such as marketing technologies, customer insights and analytics, business-to-business or marketing strategy and innovation;
Proven ability to attract industry funding and/or competitive government funding;
Demonstrated capability of successful HDR supervision and mentoring of research students and early career researchers;
Extensive experience in the development and ongoing management of partnerships with industry and professional bodies;
Demonstrated academic leadership in research;
Proven capacity to undertake service and leadership responsibility at a senior level in the Department, and to contribute at School and University levels;
Distinguished record of high-quality teaching, in areas such as digital and social media marketing, customer insights and analytics; marketing strategy and innovation;
Extensive involvement in program development and management at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and course and unit innovation;
High quality interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated commitment to teamwork in the discipline, and a strong sense of professionalism and integrity related to all academic activities.
***The successful candidate will be required to complete a Police Check as well as an Academic Qualification Check.
Specific Role Enquires: Professor Cynthia Webster, Head of Department on [email protected]
*** We welcome applications from international candidates who require visa sponsorship.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEST)
Pre-Employment Checks
Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close:
20/09/2026 11:59 PM
A Place Where You Belong
At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.
Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.
