Associate / Full Professorship (Open Rank) in Leadership

Overview

Associate / Full Professorship (Open Rank) in Leadership at the University of St.Gallen, School of Management. The triple accredited university (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA) offers a stimulating research environment with a broad network ranging from start-ups to large firms to engage in field studies.

The new professorship will be part of our dynamic organization and leadership group. We seek a colleague who can contribute to academia, practice, and society in current debates on leadership and organizational behavior. Emphasis should be placed on one or more of the following areas: new ways of leading and organization, leadership climate and culture transformation, organizational and technological change and implications for responsible leadership, etc. The ideal candidate should demonstrate expertise in these areas and be capable of developing and researching applied, innovative approaches to leadership challenges.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate internationally recognized research in leading journals in leadership, management, and organizational behavior, with publications in top journals (FT 50, VHB A+/A).
• Develop and research applied, innovative approaches and solutions to challenges in leadership research.
• Attract external research funding (e.g., SNF, InnoSuisse, industry collaborations).
• Contribute actively to the academic community and governance of the university; capability and willingness to join the executive board of an institute is expected.
• Lead a research team, maintain scholarly commitment, run executive education programs, and secure external funds.
• Deliver excellent teaching across all levels, including executive education, with innovative teaching formats.
• Engage with industry and maintain strong international academic networks.

Qualifications

• Internationally recognized research record in leadership, management, and organizational behavior with multiple publications in top journals.
• Strong international academic network and strong ties with industry.
• Excellent teaching skills on all levels, including executives.
• Proven ability to attract external funding and contribute to institute governance.

Equal Opportunity & Work Environment

The University of St.Gallen is committed to promoting equal opportunities and an inclusive working culture. We explicitly encourage women and members of underrepresented groups to apply. We offer dual-career and welcome services for newly appointed faculty (and their families).

Application Details

We seek to fill the position as of 1 August 2026 or by mutual agreement. For further information, please contact Professor Dr. Björn Ambos, Dean of the School of Management and Chairman of the Appointment Committee ( ).

The application should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, list of publications, identification of two publications that best represent your research, and contact information for two professional references that we may contact if shortlisted.

Candidates should submit their application to the President of the University of St.Gallen, Professor Dr. Manuel Ammann, online via at the latest by 23 November 2025. Research talks are expected to take place on 12 January 2026.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Higher Education

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