Position Type:Faculty
Department:LSUAM COB - School of Marketing (Ronald W Niedrich (00004850))
Work Location:2117 BEC South Grad Pavilion
Pay Grade:Academic
Job Description:
Job Summary:
Perform scholarly research with the expectation of publication in top marketing journals, teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, serve in the Professional Sales Institute, serve on dissertation committees, and provide service to the University and also to the profession. We are particularly interested in scholars with research and teaching interests in professional sales and sales management. The successful hire at the associate level with tenure will be considered for the Ourso Distinguished Chair in Marketing.
The LSU Department of Marketing is known for its collegial faculty and provides a supportive environment for conducting scholarly research. For additional information about our Behavioral Research Lab, see https://www.lsu.edu/business/marketing/behavioral-research-lab.php. For more information about our Professional Sales Institute, see https://www.lsu.edu/business/marketing/psi.php.
Job Responsibilities:
50% -Teach undergraduate and / or graduate level classes in the Department of Marketing
50% - Perform scholarly research with the expectation of publication in top marketing journals; serve on dissertation committees; provide service to the University and to the profession.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education Level: For Assistant Professor candidates: PhD in Marketing or related field; ABD candidates will be considered but must have degree conferred by 08/14/27); For Associate Professor candidates: PhD in Marketing or related field and hold the title of Assistant or Associate Professor at another university.
Competencies:
Effective Communication - Proficient
Research Performance -Proficient
Ethical Practices and bahavior -Proficient
Research Methods -Proficient
Working Relationships - Proficient
Public Relations practices - Proficient
Leadership/Direction -Proficient
Additional Job Description:Special Instructions:Assistant / Associate Professor
Interested candidates are asked to submit (1) a letter of application, (2) a curriculum vita, and (3) three letters of recommendation to the LSU career website. To ensure consideration for interviews via Zoom, please apply before September 15, 2026. For additional information about this position or the associated salary range, contact the Marketing Department Administrator, Laurel Miceli: [email protected].
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:July 16, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):January 12, 2027
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Skills Required
- PhD in Marketing or related field
- ABD considered for Assistant Professor; PhD must be conferred by 08/14/2027
- For Associate Professor candidates: PhD and current title of Assistant or Associate Professor at another university
- Demonstrated record of scholarly research and publications in top marketing journals
- Teaching experience at undergraduate and graduate levels
- Research and teaching interests in professional sales and sales management
- Ability to serve on dissertation committees and provide service to the university and profession
- Proficiency in research methods, effective communication, ethical practices, working relationships, leadership, and public relations
- Valid U.S. work authorization at time of hire and maintained throughout employment
- Satisfactory pre-employment background check
What We Do
LSU is the flagship institution of Louisiana and is one of only 30 universities nationwide holding land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant status. Since 1860, LSU has served its region, the nation, and the world through extensive, multipurpose programs encompassing instruction, research, and public service. The university brings in more than $150 million annually in outside research grants and contracts, a significant factor for the Louisiana economy
