Smeal Marketing Dept. open rank tenure track position
About The Position
The Marketing Department in the Smeal College of Business, The Pennsylvania State University (University Park, PA) seeks to fill multiple tenure-track faculty positions (open rank) beginning in Fall 2026. This position requires a PhD in Marketing or a related field, by the start of the appointment to be considered. Experienced applicants who wish to be considered at the Associate or Full level should have an established record of producing high quality, scholarly research published in the top journals in Marketing (e.g., Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Consumer Research, Marketing Science) that is worthy of immediate tenure. Applicants at the Assistant level should have the relevant academic background to achieve tenure in Marketing. Penn State faculty members are expected to pursue an active research program, perform undergraduate and graduate teaching, supervise graduate students, and engage in service activities. Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with the background and experience of the chosen candidate. Applicants should upload a CV and cover letter, and may also provide optional supporting documents (e.g., letters of recommendation, working or published research papers, research and teaching statements, course evaluations). If you have any questions regarding the positions, please contact Meg Meloy, Department Chair ([email protected]). For questions about the application process and portal, please contact Hollie Meyer ([email protected]). Please include “Marketing Position 2026” in the subject line of any email correspondence. All employees must pass a background check.
Requirements
- PhD in Marketing or a related field, by the start of the appointment to be considered
- Experienced applicants who wish to be considered at the Associate or Full level should have an established record of producing high quality, scholarly research published in the top journals in Marketing (e.g., Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Consumer Research, Marketing Science) that is worthy of immediate tenure.
- Applicants at the Assistant level should have the relevant academic background to achieve tenure in Marketing.
Responsibilities
- Pursue an active research program
- Perform undergraduate and graduate teaching
- Supervise graduate students
- Engage in service activities
Benefits
- Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing.
- In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans.
- One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
