Assistant Professor in Marketing

Job Description

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Marketing at the Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor in Marketing. The appointment start date is July 1, 2027.

Candidates must have completed or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. in Marketing. We seek collegial candidates with strong research orientation. Duties include research, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and professional service for the School, the University, and the community. Salary is competitive and will depend on qualifications, experience, as well as research and teaching record.

Preference will be given to graduating doctoral students and early-career assistant professors who earned their Ph.D. less than three years ago.

Candidates must have:

• A PhD in Marketing at the time of appointment.
• Research expertise in quantitative marketing, with an emphasis on empirical research methods and research in substantive marketing domains.
• Evidence of excellence in research and scholarship, as demonstrated by publications or invited revisions in top-tier marketing and related journals in the Academic Journal Guide (AJG) 4* or FT50 list of journals, commensurate with career stage.
• A strong research program in marketing, with high potential for future publications in high-impact academic outlets such as AJG 4* or FT50 journals.
• Teaching interests in topics such as digital marketing, marketing analytics, applications of AI in marketing, marketing strategy, B2B marketing and other closely related topics.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the university level, as demonstrated by student evaluations and/or other supporting materials.
• A willingness to engage in service to the school, university, and profession.

Faculty in the Marketing Area at the Haskayne School of Business are engaged in research related to topics such as consumer judgment and decision-making, branding, digital and social media marketing, international marketing, services, marketing ethics, consumer culture, sustainability, and loyalty programs. Area members have published in marketing journals such as the Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Consumer Research, Journal of Consumer Psychology, Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science, Journal of Service Research, International Journal of Research in Marketing, and in related journals such as Information Systems Research.

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online via the link: https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/18360463-associate-professor-marketing.

Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. Your four application attachments should be organized to contain the following:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the name and contact information of three referees
• Statement of research interests
• Statement of teaching philosophy/teaching dossier
• Statement on equity, diversity and inclusion

Questions may be addressed to:

Dr. Charan K Bagga, Search Committee Chair
Marketing Area
Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary
E-mail: charan.bagga@ucalgary.ca

Applications accepted until November 18, 2026

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding diversity EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments (oicteam@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

The terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary. Detailed information is available here.

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Haskayne School of Business, click here.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.