Assistant/Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior
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Assistant/Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior
Requisition Number:
74535
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Faculty
Schedule:
Full-Time
Date Posted:
28-Aug-2026
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Job Summary
Job Summary
The Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado Boulder is hiring an Assistant/Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior position in Organizational Leadership and Information Analytics (OLIA) Division, starting in Fall 2027.
We are seeking candidates with recent success or a strong potential in publishing high-quality and impactful research in leading management journals. A successful candidate should exhibit a strong willingness and ability to teach courses in organizational behavior and management, as well as a strong willingness and ability to effectively interact with faculty colleagues, students, staff, and external constituents. We are interested in candidates with a grounding in Organizational Behavior or an allied discipline who are pursuing work in the area of Organizational Behavior.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
Who We Are
The University of Colorado Boulder, and the city of Boulder, offer a rich intellectual, cultural, recreational, and family-friendly environment. The economy of the Front Range of Colorado is strong, and private support for the University and the Leeds School is increasing steadily, as evidenced by our new programs and solid MBA program.
The University of Colorado and the Leeds School of Business are nationally recognized for the excellence of our faculty, programs, and students. By joining Leeds, you will become part of a collegial and productive group of Organizational Behavior scholars committed to research and teaching excellence. Our faculty actively publish and serve on the editorial boards of leading management journals, including but not limited to the Academy of Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, Organization Science, Journal of Applied Psychology, and Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes. Our faculty are also passionate about conducting research that has a meaningful societal or practical impact.
Boulder is a satellite community of about 107,000 people with excellent schools located 30 minutes from downtown Denver, a few hours from world-renown ski resorts, at the heart of the Colorado startup ecosystem, and has over 300 sunny days each year. The Boulder/Denver area is one of the fastest growing regions in America, has a metropolitan population of about 3.4 million, and is surrounded by stunning scenery. The University of Colorado also offers an excellent early childhood and preschool education facility attended by students who collectively speak over 50 languages.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Minimum qualifications include a doctorate in Organizational Behavior or an allied discipline (e.g., Human Resources, Psychology, Labor and Employment Relations / Industrial Relations), a strong willingness and ability to teach courses in organizational behavior and management, and the demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality and impactful (quantitative and/or qualitative) academic research. Candidates who are Ph.D. students must be close to completion of their Ph.D. degrees (all completed but Ph.D. dissertation). The Ph.D. degree should be obtained before the appointment starts.
What We Can Offer
What We Can Offer
The salary range for an Assistant Professor ($190,000-$200,000) or Associate Professor ($215,000-$230,000). Additional benefits include allowance with relocation expenses and for a computer, FDA (Faculty Development Account), and a specific amount of guaranteed summer research support.
Benefits
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
What We Require
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Organizational Behavior or a closely related field or be close to completion of a Ph.D. degree (all completed but Ph.D. dissertation). The Ph.D. degree should be obtained before the appointment starts. We are seeking candidates with recent success or strong potential in publishing high-quality and impactful (quantitative and/or qualitative) research in leading management journals. A successful candidate should exhibit a strong willingness and ability to teach courses in organizational behavior and management, as well as a strong willingness and ability to effectively interact with faculty colleagues, students, staff, and external constituents. We are interested in candidates with a grounding in Organizational Behavior or an allied discipline who are pursuing work in the area of Organizational Behavior.
Note: Candidates who have not yet conferred their degree will be appointed as an Instructor until the semester following the degree conferral.
What We Would Like You to Have
What We Would Like You to Have
Desired qualifications include an established program of research published in leading management journals, or a demonstrated potential in building a strong research pipeline for publications in leading management journals, as well as at least 1 year of experience of teaching organizational behavior and management at the undergraduate, master's, and/or doctoral levels. Teaching experience can be gained during a candidate's graduate studies. Teaching duties could include undergraduate/master's students and doctoral students.
Special Instructions
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
During the application process you will need to enter contact information for three references. We will request letters of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses.
Applications received by September 28, 2026 will receive full consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
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