Open Rank Professor - Entrepreneurship

University of Kansas • Lawrence, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Kansas School of Business is seeking applicants for an open rank Professor in Entrepreneurship. This search is open at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels, with an emphasis on Associate and Full Professors. The appointment level will be determined by the applicant's scholarly and teaching record. This is a full-time, academic year, tenure-track or tenured faculty position beginning August 18, 2027. The successful candidate will interact with students, faculty, the KU entrepreneurship ecosystem, and the broader international academic entrepreneurship community through research, teaching, and service. The University of Kansas is a leading research university with a strong tradition of academic excellence, and the School of Business has experienced significant growth, with enrollment approaching 5,000 students. Entrepreneurship programming is a key strategic focus, with robust degree programs, coursework, and co-curricular activities. In Fall 2027, KU will open a new 29,600 square foot facility, the Entrepreneurship Hub, dedicated to supporting student entrepreneurs. The School of Business is located in Capitol Federal Hall on KU’s main campus in Lawrence, a city known for its vibrant student population, live music scene, historic downtown, and proximity to Kansas City.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship, Strategic Management, Management, or a related field (must be earned by August 18, 2027).
• Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) scholarship excellence as shown through publications in leading entrepreneurship journals or leading academic journals in related fields, and promising research projects and papers targeted to leading journals.
• Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) teaching excellence in entrepreneurship and related fields.
• Candidates at the Associate and Full Professor level must meet the requirements for Promotion and Tenure at that level for the School of Business at the University of Kansas.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

Nice To Haves

• This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an active scholarly research agenda in entrepreneurship and related fields.
• Conduct, disseminate, and publish high-quality research through peer-reviewed journals, scholarly presentations, and other appropriate academic outlets.
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in entrepreneurship and related disciplines.
• Contribute to student learning through instruction, mentoring, advising, curriculum development, and other educational activities that support the mission of the School of Business.
• Engage in service activities that support the area, school, university, profession, and broader community.
• Contribute through committee participation, professional engagement, outreach, student support activities, and other service contributions appropriate to rank and expertise.

Benefits

• Tenure-track or tenured faculty position
• Investment in continuous learning and growth
• Climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success
• Culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued
• Sense of belonging

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree