Hiring Department
UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY
HENRY W. BLOCH SCHOOL of MANAGEMENT
Department of Entrepreneurship & Management
Associate/Full Professor and Endowed Chair
Organizational Behavior and Human Resources
Job Description
The Department of Entrepreneurship and Management is seekingapplications from outstanding candidates for an Endowed Chair atthe rank of associate or full professor in organizational behaviorand human resources. This is tenure-track or tenuredposition.
Endowed Chairs and Professors in the University of Missouri Systemare outstanding leaders in scholarship, teaching and service andare among the most prestigious positions in the university. Theseprominent distinguished scholars provide leadership and service tothe university, their discipline, and the surroundingcommunity.
Qualifications
· PhD or DBA in business (or a related discipline) with a focus onorganizational behavior and human resources from an institutionwhere the business school is accredited by AACSB or EQUIS.
· Evidence of instructional effectiveness, pedagogical innovation,and a commitment to high-impact teaching methods. Candidates alsomust demonstrate the potential to effectively utilize differentteaching modalities and to address the needs of students fromacross a broad portfolio of programs and from many differentbackgrounds.
· Evidence demonstrating the capability to publish in high-impactjournals. The candidate must have an established and activeresearch program with a significant portfolio of publications inhighly respected outlets.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experienceand evidence of success in publications and research. This is a9-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (1.0) faculty appointmenteligible for tenure. Appointment to begin in August 2025.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.The University of Missouri provides competitive compensation,generous leave, tuition assistance, health plans, and retirementcontributions that add to your bottom line. Our academic workloadsand schedules promote a positive work/life balance.
Application Materials
For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs , click inAcademic Positions (Job Opening ID 52087) .
Please combine all application materials ( a cover letterdescribing the candidate’s ability to meet stated qualificationsfor the position, curriculum vitae, copies of (or links to)publications (if any), and the names and contact information of atleast three references ) into one PDF or Microsoft Worddocument and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document nameto 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g.,/, &, %, etc.).
· If you are experiencing technical problems during application,please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
· For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.eduincluding the Job Identification number 52087 and name of theposition.
· Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the applicationand recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, pleasecontact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.
References will not be contacted without permission of thecandidate. Review of applications will begin immediately and willcontinue until the position is filled. The desired start date isFall 2025.
An official copy of transcript(s), showing when degree(s), wereconferred will be required for candidates selected as finalists.The University’s accreditation requires that we maintain anofficial copy of higher education transcripts for all teachingfaculty.
Application Deadline
Application review begins upon receipt. The position remains openuntil a qualified candidate is hired.
Other Information
UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part ofthe larger University of Missouri System. Our university iscommitted to being a model urban university that is recognized forour partnerships with surrounding urban communities to effectivelyfoster a healthy, safe, and more economically secure quality oflife.
The Bloch School, with both AACSB and NASPA accreditation, iscommitted to offering innovative programs and to ensuring studentshave access to outstanding career and student support services,vibrant student organizations, and opportunities to engage inglobal business experiences. The Bloch School enrolls approximately1900 undergraduate and graduate students and also offers extensivenon-credit programming through executive and continuing education.The Bloch School has approximately 60 full-time faculty and alsopartners with a talented group of adjunct faculty, many of whom whoare in leadership roles at organizations in the region.
The school is committed to providing outstanding educationalexperiences for a broad range of students. We serve professionalsand executives who are building managerial and technical skillswhile fully engaged in a demanding career. We serve undergraduatestudents who are developing skills for their first professionalassignment. We serve experienced professionals seeking to make acareer change. And we serve students pursing specialized graduatedegrees and certificates.
The Bloch School has developed strong partnerships withcorporations, start-ups, non-profits, and governmentalorganizations throughout the Kansas City region. Our partners areengaged with the Bloch School by serving on Advisory Boards,supporting career programs, engaging in the classroom, andproviding opportunities for internships and experimental learning.We strive to support our partners by offering programs designed tomeet their talent development needs.
Community Information
Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urbancommunity with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and itsmodern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclecticgroup of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone.From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife,casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will haveno problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’sbiggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famousbarbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene foundthroughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizzajoints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.
UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all theaction. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary CountryClub Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch orafter-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods andeateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown nearUniversity Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s MercyHospital.
UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus andits people celebrate all the characteristics of the surroundingcommunity. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find moreresources, visit VisitKC.com.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefitspackage, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. Foradditional information on University benefits, please visit theFaculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensureeach person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diversebackgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectualpluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek inlearning, research and engagement. This commitment makes ouruniversity a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences andexpertise that support these values and enrich our missions ofteaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees andapplicants for employment on the basis of their demonstratedability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basisof their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex,pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other statusprotected by applicable state or federal law. This policy appliesto all employment decisions including, but not limited to,recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits,disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call HumanResources at 816-235-1621.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity& Title IX at 816-235-6910.
