Associate/Full Tenure Track Faculty in Marketing

Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois invites applications from qualified individuals for a 100% full-time tenured Associate or Full Professor position in Marketing within the Department of Business Administration.

The Gies College of Business serves the state, the nation, and the world by creating knowledge, preparing students for lives of impact, and addressing critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge. We are interested in candidates who will bring excellence to campus via outstanding research, teaching, and service.

The successful candidate will support the academic excellence of this well-respected department. This includes a record of visible and rigorous scholarly achievement appropriate for the candidate’s rank; contributing to the innovation in programs and curricula for which the department is known; delivering an exceptional experience to highly motivated students; and advancing the College’s strategic priorities.

The University of Illinois offers an outstanding tradition of scholarship and a supportive environment for faculty development and excellence. The Gies College of Business at Illinois is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. We offer exceptional support for data collection, data acquisition, and programming through the Gies Behavioral Research Lab, Data Science Research Services, and numerous other well-resourced units. In 2020, the Gies iMBA program was named one of the top ten "Biggest B-School Innovations of The Decade” by Poets and Quants. The college has also become a leader in experiential learning. Gies provides the environment and resources that foster meaningful actions, empower students to make their mark, and put their purpose into practice – to make the world a better place. Gies Business is committed to being a model for fostering an inclusive and equitable community, and supporting initiatives that promote access, belonging, and respectful engagement. We strive to prepare future business leaders to work effectively in diverse environments and to engage thoughtfully with our community and corporate partners.

The Department of Business Administration is a large and diverse unit, which includes graduate and undergraduate programs across seven academic areas (i.e., Organizational Behavior, Strategic Management, International Business, Marketing, Operations Management, Information Systems, and Supply Chain). We offer a uniquely hospitable environment for interdisciplinary work, as well as the opportunity to work with talented doctoral students. We seek individuals who are committed to engaged scholarship of the highest caliber. Additional information about the Department may be found here.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain an active and productive program of research
• Teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Perform service for the department.
• Provide leadership in the department and the university.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates for assistant professor should expect to have completed their doctoral degree by June 1, 2027

• Strong research portfolio
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness
• Leadership potential commensurate with position sought

SALARY AND APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

This is a 9-month, 100%-time academic tenure-track position with the opportunity for summer appointment. The expected start date is August 16, 2027 or January 1, 2028.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $200,000-$220,000 at the Assistant Professor level or $210,000-$240,000 at the Associate Professor level, and $230,000-$280,000 at the Professor level The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

This position is eligible for visa sponsorship except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES & DEADLINE INFORMATION

For full consideration, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information of three professional references, and evidence of past teaching success. Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on December 20, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Interviews may occur prior to the initial closing date; however, the review of applications will continue until suitable candidates are identified. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered.

For further information about this specific position, please contact Stephanie Overmier at business-bahr@business.. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career — along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.