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Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Within this setting, the Parker College of Business seeks to produce career-ready professionals by offering a broad array of high-quality undergraduate and select graduate programs within a learning environment characterized by inspired teaching, relevant research, and meaningful service. In turn, the Department of Management offers a BBA in Management with concentrations in Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Hospitality Management, and Human Resource Management.

Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Management, the assistant professor position requires a combination of research, teaching, and service responsibilities. The primary area of emphasis for this position is human resource management, with potential additional teaching responsibilities in other topics based on need and interest. This position will assume a key role in both the department and college undergraduate programs; opportunities to support multiple graduate programs may be available as well. The position is a 10-month, tenure-track appointment. 

Earned Ph.D. in management, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in management, from an institution with AACSB accreditation by August 1, 2026. 

Initial (and continual) faculty qualification according to AACSB guidelines.

Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.

Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.

Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline. 

University-level teaching experience in human resource management.

Industry experience in human resource management.

Experience and/or willingness to teach hybrid or online courses.

Commensurate with experience.
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references. Only complete applications submitted electronically will be considered. Other documentation may be requested.

Apply at: GSU Careers (search for Job ID #289536)

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Screening of applications begins September 18, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. The preferred position starting date is August 1, 2026.

Rachel Smith, Search Chair

Parker College of Business

Georgia Southern University

Email: rachelsmith@georgiasouthern.edu 

Telephone: 912-478-5985