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University of Mississippi - School of Business

Department Chair / Associate-Full Professor

University of Mississippi - School of Business, Oxford, Mississippi, United States, 38655

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Department Chair / Associate-Full Professor

University of Mississippi - School of Business - University, MS business_center

Full-time Application Deadline: Oct 1, 2025 Education Ole Miss Business School Department of Marketing, Analytics, and Professional Sales The Department of Marketing, Analytics, and Professional Sales (MAPS ) in the School of Business Administration at The University of Mississippi invites applications for a senior faculty position at our main campus in Oxford, Mississippi at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Duties:

The successful candidate will assume a leadership role in the Department and teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. In addition, the candidate should possess and maintain a scholarly record of publications and demonstrate the ability to work well with others. Ideally, the candidate would be internationally recognized and networked and be able to leverage that reputation for the benefit of the Department. We are particularly interested in a candidate with an applied perspective, capable of engaging with our industry partners, connecting students with career opportunities, and leadership or administrative experience in a School of Business and/or a leading professional association such as the Academy of Marketing Science (AMS). Our industry partners are very engaged in business analytics applied to sales and distribution. An ability and eagerness to support dissertation work in marketing-related areas is a plus. Required Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, the applicant must have an earned doctorate in Marketing, Analytics, or a related discipline (i.e., Supply Chain Management, Information Systems). Applicants should possess a scholarly record of publication in high-quality academic marketing journals and must demonstrate experience and commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. The candidate should be knowledgeable of AACSB standards for accreditation. Experience in accreditation or reaffirmation processes is a plus. A track record of developing and mentoring Ph.D. students is also a plus. The candidate would be expected to start either in January or August of 2026. About the University of Mississippi:

The MAPS Department at Ole Miss consists of approximately two dozen full-time faculty members. Our faculty are part of international editorial boards and MAPS is the home office for the Academy of Marketing Science (AMS) , a leading professional association for marketing research. The Department also is home to the Ole Miss Business BASE , which focuses on business analytics, professional sales, and supply chain management excellence and connects students with experiential learning and career development opportunities. Faculty in the department are very engaged in impactful research and their publications have accumulated more than 300,000 citations. The Department offers Bachelor of Business Degrees in: Business Analytics and Information Systems, Professional Sales, and Marketing, which includes emphasis areas in Supply Chain Management, Digital Marketing, and Marketing Analytics. The Department also participates in MBA instruction and offers a Marketing Emphasis in the Ph.D. in Business Administration program. The University of Mississippi is situated in Oxford, MS, an extraordinarily livable city (www.oxfordms.com/ ) and a quintessential southern college town. Oxford, named after Oxford, England, is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN, the nations’ distribution hub and home to FedEx and other large logistics companies. Logistics industries and both heavy and light manufacturing abound in the region (Nissan, Toyota, Milwaukee Tools,Continental, Viking, etc.). Oxford was the home of Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner. Oxford was founded as a University town and remains one today. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as

The New York Times ,

Southern Living ,

CondéNast Traveler,

and

GQ. ESPN

rated Oxford as the best college town in the country in 2021. Along with quality of life and cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, world-class restaurants (one nick-name for Oxford is the “Little Easy”), and the Ford Center for Performing Arts. Virtually everything is within walking distance of the Ole Miss campus and “the Square.” Salary for the position is competitive with peer institutions and depends on the qualifications of the candidate. In addition, the cost of living in Oxford remains relatively low in comparison to the rest of the U.S.A. (approximately 47% lower than the Washington, DC area). Application Procedure:

Apply online (only) at https://careers.olemiss.edu. Applications cannot be accepted in any other format. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and evidence of effective teaching. At least three references will be required from candidates invited to campus. Applications will be considered immediately. The position will remain open until filled or until an adequate applicant pool is achieved. For additional information, contact Dr. Barry J. Babin, Chair Search Committee, 235 Holman Hall, School of Business Administration, The University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677 (bjbabin@olemiss.edu ). The University of Mississippi is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer.

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