Job Description

Position Summary:

Tenure-track Assistant Professors are expected to conduct research leading to scholarly publications in leading academic journals; teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses; and provide service to the College, University, and profession (service expectations are commensurate with rank). The role will demonstrate a commitment to CSU’s mission through research, teaching, and service.

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Full Consideration Date: Please apply by 11:59pm (MT) October 1st, 2026.

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct and publish research and contribute to scholarly advancement in the field.
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in organizational behavior and/or human resource management, including course and curriculum development.
• Provide service to the department, university, profession, and community in support of CSU’s mission.
• Other duties as assigned

Supervision:

• Potential supervision of student employee(s) <0.5 FTE.

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior, Human Resource Management, or a related field. ABD candidates will be considered with sufficient evidence that the doctorate degree will be completed before August 15, 2027.
• 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; and provide service commensurate with rank.

Preferred 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, negotiation) and/or human resource management courses (e.g., strategic human resource management, 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.

Application Instructions:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, for full consideration, please apply by 11:59pm (MT) October 1st, 2026.

Applicants will be expected to provide:

• A cover letter indicating interest in the position along with a description of the ability to meet the required and preferred qualifications that includes a concise outline of the research domain and interests.
• A curriculum vitae (CV) that includes the names and contact information of three references.
• A statement of interest that integrates the College’s vision, mission, and values with your and research and teaching (maximum 500 words).

Salary Range

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. 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.

Employee Benefits

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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.