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About the College/Unit/Department
The Department of Marketing (www.terry.uga.edu/marketing/) offers the following degrees: PhD, Master of Marketing Research, MBA , MSBA , and BBA in Marketing. It also houses the Coca-Cola Center for Marketing Studies. The Terry College is the state's flagship business school, with undergraduate and graduate programs consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities. The Terry College moved into brand new, state-of-the-art facilities in 2017. To learn more about the College, Department, and specific programs, please visit https://terry.uga.edu/. Athens, Georgia is generally regarded as one of the best college towns in the United States. It is nicknamed "The Classic City" because of its architecture and vibrant music, art, and food scene. Athens is located about 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with affordable real estate prices and a low cost of living.
College/Unit/Department website
www.terry.uga.edu/marketing
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2027
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date
06/02/2026
Job Closing Date
Open until filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications received by August 14, 2026 will receive full consideration, however, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a full vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, copies of course evaluations (Other Documents #1), and contact information for three references (including email addresses). References will be contacted by the department at the appropriate time in the process. Initial interviews will be conducted via Skype or Zoom.
Please address any questions about the application process to the search committee chair, Dr. Son Lam (sonlam@uga.edu).
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Marketing or a related social science discipline from an accredited university at the time of appointment.
Position Summary
The Department of Marketing in the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia invites applications from candidates whose main research and teaching focus is marketing analytics / marketing strategy for one or more full-time tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant or associate professor rank, with an anticipated employment start date of August 1, 2027.
Appointment at the assistant professor rank requires a demonstrated potential to publish rigorous research in premier peer-reviewed journals.
To be eligible for tenure on appointment, candidates must be appointed as an associate professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution. Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire.
Associate applicants, or assistant applicants requesting service credit, should have a record of publication in premier journals commensurate with rank and demonstrated excellence in teaching.
Applicants with experience levels from new doctoral recipients to associate professors will be considered.
The ability to teach marketing classes at the undergraduate and master's level is a plus.
Physical Demands
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
No
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume/CV
Research Portfolio/Philosophy
Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
Other Documents #1
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents
Job ID: 84542905
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Net Salary per month
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$2,306
$1,820
Safety Index
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High-Speed Internet
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