Two Tenure-track Assistant Professor Positions, Strategy and Global Management

Job Summary

The Tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Strategy and Global Management at the Haskayne School of Business represent elite academic appointments at the University of Calgary. As a “Global Strategist,” you will contribute to one of Canada’s leading business schools by producing high-impact research and mentoring the next generation of business leaders. This role requires the “wit” to publish in the world’s most prestigious journals and the “grit” to build a sustained, internationally recognized research identity.

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Job Details

• Employer: Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary.

• Area: Strategy and Global Management.

• Position Type: Two (2) Full-time, Tenure-track Assistant Professor positions.

• Application Deadline: September 30, 2025.

• Focus: International Business Strategy.

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Core Research & Scholarship Requirements

Haskayne is seeking candidates who are already performing at the highest tier of academic scholarship:

• Elite Publications: Evidence of excellence in scholarship via publications or invited revisions in AJG 4* journals (e.g., Academy of Management Journal, Strategic Management Journal).

• International Business Identity: A cohesive body of work published in top-tier IB outlets, specifically citing the Journal of International Business Studies (JIBS).

• Theoretical Mastery: Demonstrated command of complex strategy frameworks and advanced methodological skills (quantitative or qualitative).

• Future Potential: A clearly defined research pipeline with high potential for continued high-impact output.

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Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge Creation: Execute a rigorous research program that advances the field of international business strategy.

• Pedagogical Excellence: Deliver high-quality teaching at the undergraduate, MBA, or PhD levels, backed by strong student evaluations.

• Institutional Service: Engage in service activities for the Haskayne School of Business, the University of Calgary, and the broader global academic profession.

• Collaboration: Contribute to a vibrant, entrepreneurial faculty environment in Canada’s most enterprising city.

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Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• The “Global Thought Leader”: Commensurate with career stage, you must show a sustained research identity in international business.

• Academic Wit: A PhD in Strategy, International Business, or a closely related field from a recognized institution.

• Evidence-Based Success: A comprehensive dossier including a research statement, teaching philosophy, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.

• Cultural Competency: Commitment to the University’s Indigenous Strategy and the integration of diverse perspectives into business education.

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Technical Insights: The AJG 4* and JIBS Standard

Publishing at this level requires navigating the most rigorous peer-review processes in the social sciences.

• The Academic Journal Guide (AJG): Often referred to as the “Chartered ABS” list, 4* journals are recognized as “World Elite.” These journals publish the most influential research that sets the agenda for the global business community.

• International Business (IB) Strategy: Your work likely explores the OLI Framework (Ownership, Location, Internalization), the Resource-Based View (RBV) in a global context, or the complexities of Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) in emerging markets.

• Methodological Rigor: Successful candidates often employ advanced econometrics, longitudinal data analysis, or sophisticated multi-case study designs to validate their strategic theories.

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Diversity and Statistics at UCalgary

The University of Calgary and the Haskayne School of Business are dedicated to building a faculty that reflects global diversity.

• Haskayne’s Footprint: With over 4,000 students and a massive alumni network, Haskayne is a central hub for Calgary’s corporate sector.

• Indigenous Strategy (ii’ taa’poh’to’p): The university works with 18 Elders to ensure that “parallel paths” of knowing are respected. In business strategy, this involves exploring Indigenous economic development and sustainable resource management.

• The “Entrepreneurial University”: UCalgary is Canada’s leader in start-up creation. This spirit of innovation is a core requirement for faculty members, who are expected to think as much like entrepreneurs as they do like academics.

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Job Description

Do you believe that the strategies of today define the global markets of tomorrow? The Haskayne School of Business is seeking two Assistant Professors to join our Strategy and Global Management area. We aren’t just looking for “teachers”; we are looking for scholars whose research will be cited by the world’s leading CEOs and policymakers. If you have the “grit” to secure the tenure-track and the “wit” to dominate the AJG 4* rankings, you belong at the University of Calgary.

In this role, you are a “Strategy Architect.” You understand that international business is a complex web of cultural, political, and economic forces. Your goal is to provide “Excellence in Global Scholarship,” ensuring that Haskayne remains at the forefront of the international business conversation. We look for “Integrity-first” academics who are as passionate about mentoring students as they are about their next JIBS publication.

Joining UCalgary means joining a top-tier research university in one of the world’s cleanest and most livable cities. We offer a high-stakes, high-reward environment where your research growth is prioritized and your contributions to the field of strategy are celebrated. If you are a scholar with a commitment to “High-Impact Research and Inclusive Education,” we invite you to submit your application by September 30, 2025, and help us build the future of global management.