University of Kentucky

Requisition Number: FE03636

Working Title: Assistant Professor of Marketing

Department Name: 8F240:Dept of Marketing and Supply Chain

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Type of Position: Faculty

Tenure Track Status: Tenure Track

Required Education: ABD in Marketing or related field

Required Related Experience: Have an active research program, and have an excellent record in the classroom.

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Job Summary

The Department of Marketing and Supply Chain at the University of Kentucky is pleased to invite applications for a tenure-eligible position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level with a preferred start date of August 2024. The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. or be expected to earn one in marketing or related field, have an active research program, and have an excellent record in the classroom.

Our department offers an outstanding research environment including a behavioral research laboratory, student subject pool, research and travel budget, and a high level of faculty collaboration. We plan to interview candidates via Zoom in August. Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately with a deadline of August 5th. The position will remain open until filled.

Please include along with the Academic Profile:

• Names and contact information for at least two references 
• Letter of application (upload under Cover Letter) 
• Evidence of ongoing research (upload under Specific Request 1) 
• Curriculum Vitae 

Questions concerning the position may be directed to:

David Hardesty

Gatton Endowed Chair & University Research Professor

Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Chair

University of Kentucky

Gatton College of Business & Economics

Office Phone: (859) 257-9419

Email: david.hardesty@uky.edu

Please provide the names and contact information for at least two, no more than three, references when prompted in the academic profile. This information will be utilized to solicit recommendation letters from your references within the employment system.

The University offers a very competitive package of benefits. You may view our full range of employee benefits by visiting the UK employee benefits web site: http://www.uky.edu/HR/benefits/.

The Gatton College is nearing its 100th anniversary. Over that time, we have been preparing principled leaders for the global economy, producing high quality, influential research, and supporting economic growth in Kentucky and beyond. Accredited by the AACSB, Gatton proudly offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional business and economics degrees and certificates in both face-to-face and online formats. We are housed in a 220,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility, and are the fastest growing college on UK’s campus, with more than 4,000 students. Through teaching, research, and outreach, the Gatton College has a direct, tangible influence on the lives of Kentucky’s citizens and people around the world. We are looking for faculty who embody the College’s tagline of “Blue Means Business.”

Located in central Kentucky, Lexington (pop. 320,000) is widely known as the “horse capital of the world” and is roughly an hour’s drive from Louisville and Cincinnati. Lexington has a number of desirable amenities, a vibrant dining and nightlife, and plenty of outdoor activities and is regularly cited as one of the top places to live in the US. Please consider joining our team.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. or be expected to earn one in marketing or related field, have an active research program, and have an excellent record in the classroom.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No

Preferred Education/Experience

The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. or be expected to earn one in marketing or related field, have an active research program, and have an excellent record in the classroom.

Open Until Filled
Yes

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from minorities and women.