Assistant Professor of Management

Posting Information

Position TitleAssistant Professor of Management

Job Posting Number2027028TTL

Job LocationRound Rock, San Marcos

DepartmentDepartment of Management

Position Description

TheDepartment of Management ( in the McCoy College of Business at Texas State University invites applications for a recently approved, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2027. The successful candidate for this position will regularly publish high-quality research in the management/supply chain domain.

A successful candidate will also teach undergraduate and/or graduate management/supply chain courses while engaging in service appropriate for this rank. Additionally, a successful candidate will have an interest in supporting initiatives of the university, college, and department.

About the Department of Management

The Department of Management is a highly collegial and intellectually vibrant group of approximately 41 full-time faculty. The department offers a B.B.A. in Management (with concentrations in Entrepreneurial Studies, Human Resources, Leadership and Decision-Making, and Supply Chain Management); offers a university-wide minor in Innovation & Entrepreneurship; supports the college’s face-to-face and online M.B.A. programs as well as the college’s D.B.A. program; and serves as the home of the Center for Student Entrepreneurship.

About the McCoy College of Business

TheMcCoy College of Business ( provides student-centered undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs that produce graduates with the skills and experience to compete responsibly, professionally, and successfully in dynamic business environments. Nationally acclaimed faculty, extraordinary community partners, and industrious students collaborate to solve business challenges through applied research. As an AACSB -accredited institution with over 6,700 students, the McCoy College of Business emphasizes innovation, experiential learning, student-focused engagement, research, and service as it educates the next generation of global business leaders. The McCoy College of Business is home to the #1 Sales Program (worldwide), ranked #4 in family business research productivity (United States), ranked among the Top 30 Best Business Schools (among US public universities), and offers a Tier 1 MBA program. In recent years, the part-time MBA program was ranked among the best part-time MBA programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

About Texas State University

Texas State University ( , located along the beautiful San Marcos River, is in the center of the Texas Innovation Corridor. The city of San Marcos is home to the university, which is 25 miles south of Austin and 60 miles north of San Antonio. Nestled in the Texas Hill Country, the campus enjoys a beautiful setting along the banks of the San Marcos River and nearby access to two major airports.

Texas State is driving what’s next in research, academic excellence, and student success. The promising students, inspiring faculty, dedicated staff, and new graduates are primed to have an impact, change lives, and make a difference in the world. As a national research university with a Carnegie classification of Doctoral University: High Research Activity, Texas State is committed to world-class research and scholarly activities that span all disciplines, create new knowledge, and advance economic, cultural, and technological progress to address real-world issues. Texas State is on a trajectory to become a “Tier One” research university.

With more than 48,000 students, Texas State is among the 50 largest public universities in the nation. Students choose from over 200 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs offered by nine colleges. Texas State’s enrollment of minority students accounts for over 50% of the student population, and Hispanic-student enrollment accounts for over 35% of the student body. The university is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution and is one of 30 institutions nationally to receive the prestigiousSeal of Excelenciain recognition of efforts to accelerate the success of Hispanic students in higher education. Additionally, Texas State has been named by Forbes as a Best Employer, and Best Employer for Women. The university is also regularly ranked as a Best College for Veterans.

Additional Details about the Position

The following details are offered as general information to applicants. Please note that the information below is subject to change.

Salary: The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Location: San Marcos campus (while the majority of courses are taught at the San Marcos campus, there may be a future need for teaching at the Round Rock campus).

Support: Includes the potential for summer support, other research support, and a professional development budget for research use and conference attendance.

Other Information about Why to Choose Texas State:

Benefits: Numerous benefits are offered (see an overview).

The Department of Management seeks a collegial faculty member to advance the department and college as the university transitions to a top-tier research institution while maintaining a strong commitment to teaching. Candidates with supply chain management expertise and interests in emerging areas such as AI applications in supply chain are encouraged to apply.

This position is subject to the availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

Successful applicants must possess the following qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related business field, from an AACSB -accredited institution by the date of hire.

• A history of, or strong potential for, publishing in high-quality, peer-reviewed business journals commensurate with rank.

• Experience in high-quality teaching of Supply Chain Management courses at the undergraduate or graduate level commensurate with rank.

• A record of service commensurate with rank.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful applicants may also possess the following desirable qualifications:

• Evidence of publishing in top-tier scholarly business journals, according to the Australian Business Deans Council ( ABDC ) Journal Quality List or the Chartered Association of Business Schools ( CABS ) Academic Journal Guide.

• Evidence of high-quality teaching of Supply Chain Management or related courses (include a summary of teaching evaluations).

• Evidence of a research interest in Supply Chain Management.

• Evidence of a commitment to high-quality professional and institutional service activities.

• Evidence of related industry experience.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted for this specific posting through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered:

To ensure full consideration, please submit the following by11/5/2026:

• Cover letter (that clearly describes how each required qualification is met).

• Curriculum vitae with references.

• Research statement (that details research program and goals).

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (a summary of teaching evaluations is preferred).

• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Questions may be directed to Dr. Indu Ramachandran, Search Committee Chair (View email address on click.appcast.io)

Proposed Start DateFall 2027

Posting Date10/06/2026

Review Date11/06/2026

Close Date11/05/2026

Open Until Filled?No

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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, drug screening (if applicable), and employment eligibility verifications.

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provideacceptable documentationverifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitiousRun to R1strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

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