Assistant Professor

Huron invites applications for the position of:

Assistant Professor–Management

Huron University stands out among post-secondary institutions in Canada. With a commitment to redefining Liberal Arts education, Huron offers a unique university experience that places equal emphasis on ethical leadership, community engagement, and academic excellence.

As the founding institution of Western University, established in 1863, Huron has remained strategically small to best serve the needs of its students. Huron’s mission is to develop Leaders with Heart from all backgrounds, foster a vibrant and inclusive community, and prepare students to be engaged citizens who transform the sectors they work within.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Department of Management and Organizational Studies at Huron University College invites applications for a probationary, full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. or DBA in Management or Business Administration and be responsible for delivering high-quality undergraduate experience in a small, liberal arts context. Joining a vibrant and close-knit community of faculty, the successful candidate will be expected to teach 2.5 full undergraduate courses per year, including 1.5 courses will be in project management, maintain an active research program that is inclusive of undergraduate researchers, and engage in the administrative life of the department and university.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. or DBA completed, or ABD with all requirements expected to be fulfilled by July 1, 2027, in one or more of the following areas: project management, strategy, operations, organizational behaviour, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
• Demonstrated record of research achievement in the applicant’s field and the capacity to generate scholarly outputs (e.g., publications, research funding, and engagement in interdisciplinary collaboration) commensurate with their career level.
• Evidence of ability to teach across the curriculum core in management alongside electives in organizational behaviour, operations, strategy, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
• Willingness to teach in a small liberal-arts, seminar-style format, or experience with experiential/applied learning (case competitions, consulting projects, student ventures).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or an equivalent professional designation will be considered an asset.
• Ability to communicate the relevance of their research to a business audience.
• Capacity to work collaboratively to ensure consistency across multi-section courses and to foster a culture of inquiry, collegiality, and creativity.
• Alignment with Huron's mission of Leaders with Heart and desire to contribute to service within the school or university.

COMPENSATION:

Subject to budgetary approval and in alignment with the governing Collective Agreement, the appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence July 1, 2027.

This position is eligible for enrollment in Huron’s Pension and Benefit plans and will be compensated as outlined in the governing Collective Agreement.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their application by Friday, November 6, 2026.

Please follow the link below and attach the required documents to your application.

Completed applications can be submitted on Huron’s ADP Career portal.

A completed application will comprise, at a minimum, of the following documents:

1. Curriculum vitae.
2. A letter of application expressing your interest in this position.
3. Teaching dossier, including a statement of teaching philosophy and formal student evaluations of teaching.
4. Research dossier, including up to three recent research publications that are representative of the applicant’s research expertise.
5. An EDID statement up to 1 page, outlining your contributions and commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Decolonization, and your ability to work with culturally diverse colleagues and students.
6. Three references with contact information, to be contacted when candidates advance to the next stage of the search process.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Application Materials should be addressed to:

Dr. Srikanth Ramani,

Chair, Department of Management and Organizational Studies

Huron University College

1349 Western Road, London, ON N6G 1H3;

Applications will be reviewed following the application deadline. Applications will be accepted after the stated deadline as the position remains open.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected will be contacted.

Inclusivity Statement:

Huron values its place in an interconnected world and desires to reflect this value, acknowledging our responsibility to strive towards a diverse and equitable employment and educational environment that recognizes the inherent worth and dignity of every person. We welcome those who have a demonstrated commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and who may contribute to the diversification of ideas. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from members who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.

As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. For a confidential inquiry or to request accommodation support, please contact Huron HR by phone at 519-438-7224 or email at [email protected] at any time during the recruitment process.

Land Acknowledgement:

We acknowledge that Huron University is located on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabek, Haudenosaunee, Lūnaapéewak, and Attawandaron peoples, on lands connected with the London Township and Sombra Treaties of 1796 and the Dish with one Spoon Covenant Wampum. This land continues to be home to diverse Indigenous peoples whom we recognize as contemporary stewards of the land and vital contributors to our society.

Use of AI in screening:

Applications are received through an ATS system. Currently, all applications are reviewed, and AI is not used to automatically filtering out applications.