Assistant Professor of Management

Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Position Title Assistant Professor of Management Requisition 202600050F Rank Assistant Professor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track College College of Business Administration Department Dept of Management & Marketing Open Date 04/14/2026 Quicklink

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

Full time teaching of undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Department of Management and Marketing, on the Huntsville campus, and online. Participate in departmental administrative activities as directed by the department chair. Conducts research leading to publication of articles in quality peer-reviewed journals as defined in the SHSU College of Business Administration ( COBA ) intellectual contributions quality list. Applicants must demonstrate an ability to qualify as Scholarly Academic under AACSB standards, and show evidence of ability to maintain that qualification. Provides service to the Department, COBA , and University. Takes a lead position in working with departmental faculty in the development of the COBA Master’s in Leadership program, including planning, development of curriculum, and developing industry linkages to propagate the program in the region.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Ph.D. in Management from an AACSB accredited college of business. Candidates in the final stages of their dissertation with a defense date before September 1, 2026 may be considered.

Experience Required for the Position

Teaching experience in face-to-face and online environments and experience in developing new course programming. Industry experience is desirable.

Other Requirements for the Position

The appointee will typically teach 9 credit hours per semester, engage in research, and support the college and university through service. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to publish in quality peer-reviewed journals and the potential for contributing significantly to the Master’s program in leadership.

Special Instructions Summary

Open Until Filled Yes

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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