Professor in Management

Join a top-ranked business school recognised for excellence in research and MBA education.

Drive innovative research and teaching in diverse management fields within a forward-thinking, global environment.

Authentic opportunities for career growth within the School's dynamic leadership team.

Full-time, permanent position b ased at our vibrant and conveniently located St Lucia campus

UQ Business School

The University of Queensland (UQ) Business School is independently ranked as one of the top business schools in Australia and among the leading institutions worldwide. We are the #1 lead institution in Tourism & Hospitality and Entrepreneurship & Innovation, and rank #1 in Australia and #20 globally for Business and Management Research. Our MBA program has been ranked number #1 in Asia-Pacific region for six consecutive years (The Economist MBA Ranking).

Home to over 170 world-class academics and more than 11,000 students, the School offers an extensive portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and Executive Education programs designed to shape future leaders – whilst leveraging strong i ndustry partnerships that provide real-world experience, valuable internships, and access to a global business network .

About This Opportunity

We are currently seeking a distinguished academic to join our dynamic team as Professor in Management. This is a unique opportunity for a scholar with a strong international profile and an outstanding record of academic leadership, including the successful supervision of Higher Degree by Research students to completion.

You will join a vibrant discipline that spans diverse and impactful research and teaching areas, such as Organi s ational Behaviour, Human Resource Management , Responsible AI, Leadership, Business Ethics, Diversity and Inclusion, Indigenous Perspectives in Business, and more. With a growing emphasis on executive education and plans for a new advanced HR master's program, we offer a forward-thinking environment at the forefront of innovation and influence .

Our well-regarded MBA program, known for high levels of student engagement and satisfaction, provides a rewarding teaching experience. The school has a strong international student cohort and an increasingly global outlook, making cultural competence and international perspectives especially valuable.

With three Deputy Heads of School and a clear commitment to career development, this role offers genuine opportunities for future academic leadership.

The Business School has a strategic priority focus in the areas of sustainability, responsible management, innovation and emerging technologies and we therefore particularly welcome applicants from the management field with expertise that speak to these and related areas .

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate an outstanding record of publishing in leading academic journals and demonstrated leadership through service to domestic or international academic associations, journals, and professional bodies.

They will also have a proven history of successfully securing competitive research grants and a strong teaching background at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, ideally including executive education. The candidate will be innovative in developing courses and programs across various Management disciplines and experienced in supervising honours and higher degree students to completion.

Finally, we are seeking individuals with a proven ability to collaborate with external partners to advance cooperative research and community engagement. A commitment to mentoring junior faculty, significant successful administrative /management experience, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills complete the profile of our ideal candidate.

AOM 2025

If you're interested in having a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please reach out to Maddy Flaherty via .

For those attending AOM 2025 AnnualMeetingin Copenhagen , please note that Professor Martin Edwards, Deputy Head of School, would also welcome confidential discussions du ring the event. Should you wish to be placed in contact, please get in touch, and we will highlight this directly with Martin.

Want to Apply?

When you're ready to submit an application , we ask that you please create a profile via our careers website and upload the following documents:

Resume

Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section in the booklet

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We'll support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package.You can find out more about life in Australia's Sunshine State here .

Applications close Sunday 10th August 2025 at 11.00pm AEST ( R

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Why Choose UQ?

At the University of Queensland , we are proud to be one of Australia's leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide.

As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million).

Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries.

Career Development and Support:

UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way.

Diverse and Inclusive Community:

UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability.

Join the UQ Community:

Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work.

For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ .

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