Organizational Behavior Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Management Department at the Fowler College of Business (FCB) at San Diego State University (SDSU) seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant professor with expertise in Organizational Behavior starting in Fall 2027. Since SDSU values high-quality scholarship and teaching, the successful candidate must exhibit competence/potential in two areas. The first entails conducting high-quality scholarship in Organizational Behavior, resulting in top-tier journal publications and academic thought leadership. The second involves effectively teaching the undergraduate core course in Organizational Behavior. Teaching the core MBA Organizational Behavior course may also be expected as needed. As the university values and educates a diverse student body, including traditional and non-traditional students, some evening teaching may also be required. Filling this position is contingent upon state funding. Consideration of applicants will begin in August and will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Apply via PageUp by September 4, 2026 in order to be considered in the first round of reviews.

SDSU's Fowler College of Business (FCB) is among the nation's oldest and largest AACSB-accredited business schools. Jointly with the College of Arts & Letters, the FCB offers SDSU's International Business (IB) program, which has been ranked consistently among the top programs in the nation (ranked 17th in 2024 by U.S. News & World Report). FCB houses the Wendy Gillespie Center for Advancing Global Business, designated as a National Center of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education since 1989. The Management Department's faculty includes 18 tenured/tenure-track members, as well as several full-time and part-time lecturers. Research support includes funding for approved projects through grant programs, graduate student assistants, and a budget for conference travel and other research-related expenses. See business.sdsu.edu/departments/management for additional information on FCB and the Management Department. SDSU is the oldest institution of higher education in the San Diego region, with a highly diverse campus community and a student population of over 41,000. San Diego State University is currently designated as an R1 doctoral university with "very high research spending and doctoral production," as per the Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education. SDSU is a large, diverse, urban university and a Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence. Additional information about the university is available at http://www.sdsu.edu.

Required qualifications by date of application

• A record of original research / scholarly / creative accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to a) develop a vigorous and independent program of research / scholarship / creative activity; b) teach graduate and undergraduate courses; and c) engage in both campus and professional service activities.

• Demonstration of past accomplishments and / or future plans in at least two (2) or more of the "Building on Inclusive Excellence" criteria. 

Required qualifications by date of hire (August 2027)

• Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior or in a closely related field (e.g., industrial-organizational psychology, international business, human resources) with all degree requirements met.

Preferred qualifications 

• Demonstrated ability or potential to publish high-quality organizational behavior research in top-tier journals

• Record of publications, presentations, and/or funding

• Evidence of (or potential for) research in areas that overlap with department faculty interests

• University-level teaching experience

Apply via PageUp (SDSU Careers) by September 4, 2026 in order to be included in the first round of application reviews, providing the following materials. For any questions related to this position, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Amy Randel at arandel@sdsu.edu.

• Cover letter, including information indicating how the applicant meets or will meet required qualifications, preferred qualifications, and  "Building on Inclusive Excellence" criteria

• Curriculum vita

• Names and contact information for three references

• Writing sample or example of scholarly work

• Teaching philosophy statement and teaching evaluations if available

The minimum salary for this position is based on the current CSU salary schedule and may be revised based on contract collective bargaining. The anticipated salary range is from $140,000 - $147,000 (academic year full-time monthly). Salary placement will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience, and salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For benefits information, click here.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable "OneSDSU" community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Pursuant to Education Code 89521, the California State University requires that employment applicants disclose any final administrative decision or final judicial decision issued within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment. This requirement applies specifically to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the Academic or Administrative position they are applying to.  Disclosures shall be provided to the San Diego State University Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination for further adjudication. Please contact cphd@sdsu.edu.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.