Quinlan School of Business, Assistant Professor of Human Resources & Employment Relations, Tenure-Track

The Department of Management in the Quinlan School of Business at Loyola University Chicago, invites applications for a tenure track position beginning in Fall 2025

Quinlan tenure-track faculty engage in impactful teaching, high-quality research, service to the profession, and school, and share a strong commitment to and understanding of the University's mission. We seek candidates at the assistant professor level who will become established leaders in the HRER field defined broadly. Candidates should demonstrate a strong research agenda and pipeline. Research streams (e.g., careers, employee relations, recruitment & selection, performance management, etc.,) which advance the University's mission will be favorably received by the committee.

We seek a scholar who can support the current undergraduate and master's levels curriculum in HRER and within the Management Department. The initial teaching load is four undergraduate or graduate courses a year. Specific course assignments may include, but are not limited to courses in our undergraduate HRER major, and can include other courses within the applicants' area of specialization that are not specific to HRER, such as managing people and organizations, organizational development and change, etc. For more information on the undergraduate and graduate curriculum, see: https://www.luc.edu/quinlan/academics/undergraduatedegrees/bba/bbainhumanresourcemanagement/,
https://gpem.luc.edu/portal/program?name=humanresourcesms, https://www.luc.edu/quinlan/academics/undergraduatedegrees/bba/ https://catalog.luc.edu/graduate-professional/business/.

In addition to teaching, research, and service responsibilities, the successful candidate will also build relationships with the business community in the Chicago area to support internship and mentoring projects through Loyola's programs.

The Department of Management consists of 26 full-time faculty members with specializations in socially responsible business practices, entrepreneurship, strategy, organizational behavior, human resources, sport management, and international business.

Candidates must have a minimum of an earned Ph.D. (or equivalent) or be nearing completion of a PhD by August 2025 in Human Resources/Employment Relations or a closely related field. Candidates are expected to have earned their degree prior to the effective date of appointment. Prior professional experience in the HRER field, the ability to teach other management related courses, and course development experience is preferred.

Candidates must have a minimum of an earned Ph.D. (or equivalent) or be nearing completion of a PhD by August 2025 in Human Resources/Employment Relations or a closely related field. Candidates are expected to have earned their degree prior to the effective date of appointment. Prior professional experience in the HRER field, the ability to teach other management related courses, and course development experience is preferred.

Application Deadline: The position is open until filled. Position starts in Fall 2025. The committee will begin reviewing applications immediately.

Interested applicants must register their application at www.careers.luc.edu, and include the following application materials:
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Research Statement
4. Teaching Philosophy
5. Diversity Statement (max. 300 words; see prompt)
6. References (3) In the cover letter, please describe areas of research and preferred courses to teach. For the diversity statement, please use the following prompt: How has your research, teaching, and/or service addressed issues of diversity and inclusion, and how do you envision implementing future actions to demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion? The diversity statement should be no more than 300 words. In the application materials, the candidate should also provide the names and email addresses of three individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position.

References will not be contacted immediately but might be at subsequent points in the review process.

Inquiries may be directed to:
Arup Varma, PhD. Search Committee Chair
Professor of Human Resources Management Management Department
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago
Avarma@luc.edu

The University seeks to increase the diversity of its professoriate, workforce, and undergraduate and graduate student populations because broad diversity including a wide range of individuals who contribute to a robust academic environment is critical to achieving the University's mission of excellence in education, research, educational access, and services in an increasingly diverse society. Therefore, in holistically accessing the many qualifications of each applicant, we would factor favorably an individual's record of conduct that includes experience with an array of diverse perspectives, as well as a wide variety of different educational, research or other work activities.

LUC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring and retaining for our mission of a diverse academic environment. As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a transformative education in the Jesuit tradition. To gain a clearer understanding of LUC's mission, candidates should consult our website at https://www.luc.edu/strategicplan/. Applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.