Assistant Professor of Management/Organizational Behavior

Cal Poly•San Luis Obispo, CA

64d•Onsite

About The Position

The Management, Human Resources and Information Systems Area of the Orfalea College of Business at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-line, academic year position as Assistant Professor in the primary area of Management/Organizational Behavior. Faculty are expected to teach courses in organizational behavior and may be asked to teach specialized courses in change management, performance management, training & development, or people analytics with appointment beginning August 17, 2026. Candidate will be expected to teach courses in organizational behavior and may be asked to teach specialized courses in human resources management such as performance management, training & development, change management, or people analytics. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience of the individual selected. The anticipated hiring range is $135,100 - $149,300. The Management, Human Resources, and Information Systems (MHRIS) Area within the Orfalea College of Business is dedicated to preparing career-ready leaders who pair an understanding of how businesses operate with strong interpersonal skills, enabling them to contribute immediately in the workplace and navigate complex organizational challenges with fairness, empathy, and data-driven insight. Our curriculum prepares students for a wide array of domestic and global career options, ranging from highly technical roles to people-oriented positions, giving them the flexibility to succeed in diverse professional paths. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, collegial faculty who are both accomplished teachers and scholars, with research published in leading journals such as the Journal of Applied Psychology, Academy of Management Journal, Organizational Research Methods, and Journal of Organizational Behavior. Learn more about the MHR concentration at https://www.cob.calpoly.edu/mhris/management-human-resources-concentration/ and more about our faculty at https://www.cob.calpoly.edu/directory/. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Requirements

Doctorate or equivalent degree in Organizational Behavior, Human Resources Management, or a closely related field from an AACSB or equivalent institution. The Ph.D. must be awarded by the time of appointment in Fall 2026.
Demonstrated record of high-quality research published in peer-reviewed journals or clear evidence of the potential to establish such a record.
Evidence of, or potential for, excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Nice To Haves

The ideal candidate will have an interest in and ability to teach organizational behavior, a core course in the business curriculum.
Interest in additional specialized courses such as change management, performance management, training & development, or people analytics is a plus.
Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching with experiential pedagogies, and experience with inclusive and equitable teaching to a wide variety of students.