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Working TitleAssistant Professor of Marketing

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202500190F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$160,000-$185,000 commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week40

Description of Work Unit

As one of five academic departments within the College, the Department of Marketing currently has twelve full-time tenure-track faculty and six special appointment faculty focused on instruction. These faculty are committed to research and teaching excellence. The marketing department also supports a behavioral research lab, as well as two centers of excellence – the Center for Marketing and Social Impact and the Sales Center. Visithttps://biz.colostate.edu/marketingto learn more.

The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB -accredited business school that embraces the values of: access, excellence, impact, and community. The College was recently selected as a winner of theFinancial Times“Best Business School” award for responsible business education, and its Impact MBA program was ranked by Corporate Knights as the No. 4 “Better World MBA” worldwide. These recognitions are aligned with theCollege’s vision (https://biz.colostate.edu/about/strategic-plan) to inspire and inform business practices that improve societal well-being and the health of our planet.

Colorado State University is a Carnegie Research Extensive Institution with a land grant mission serving approximately 28,000 graduate and undergraduate (resident-instruction) students. CSU has been recognized as a premier research university, with world-class research in infectious disease, atmospheric science, clean energy technologies, and environmental science. CSU also offers among the very best professional programs in the country in corporate sustainability (Impact MBA ), veterinary medicine, occupational therapy, agriculture, and construction management. CSU’s STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) platinum rating reflects the university’s commitment to sustainability.

Located in northern Colorado, Fort Collins is about one hour north of Denver, with an easy drive to the Rocky Mountain National Park and area ski resorts. Fort Collins consistently ranks high on quality of life measures by numerous publications; more information may be found on theCity of Fort Collins visitor’s website. (https://www.visitftcollins.com/)

Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes

% Research50

% Teaching40

% Service10

% Administration0

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on08/24/2025

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Position Summary

The Department of Marketing in the College of Business at Colorado State University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Marketing.

The anticipated start date is August, 2026. Salary will be competitive, based upon credentials and experience. Both new and advanced assistant professors are encouraged to apply ( ABD candidates are expected to have successfully defended Ph.D. before the starting date).

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

+ Applicants must have a Ph.D. (in marketing or a related field) from an AACSB - accredited business school or expect to complete this degree prior to the position’s start date (August 16, 2026).

+ Successful candidates must be actively engaged in publishing research in top consumer psychology and/or marketing journals and demonstrate evidence, or clear potential, for developing a cohesive and impactful research program.

+ They must also show potential for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Preferred candidates will have expertise in a) consumer behavior; b) digital marketing; and/or c) marketing communications.

+ They will also have an expressed commitment to the College’s mission, vision, and values.

Special Instructions to Applicants

An application packet will consist of: 1) a cover letter indicating interest in the position at Colorado State University along with a description of the applicant’s ability to meet the position’s required and preferred qualifications; 2) a vita; 3) a research statement (no more than 3 pages); 4) a teaching statement (no more than 3 pages); and 5) three letters of reference. References will be contacted at the semifinalist stage of the application process and will receive an email with instructions. For an application to be considered complete at the semifinalist stage, all three letters of recommendation must be submitted by September 2, 2025. No mail-in applications or unsolicited letters will be accepted. For full consideration, applications should be received no later than 11:59pm MST August 24 2025 tohttps://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/163833; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please direct inquiries to Kelly Martin, Search Committee Chair at [email protected]. Inquiries will be treated confidentially. Application materials of finalist candidates may be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Marketing at Colorado State University, College of Business.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Search ContactDr. Kelly Martin, [email protected]

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryTeaching and Advising

Duty/Responsibility

Develop and deliver marketing courses to undergraduate and graduate students.

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryConduct and Publish Research in Marketing

Duty/Responsibility

Design, analyze, and publish theoretical, experimental, and empirical studies in premier and high quality, peer-reviewed journals.

Percentage Of Time50

Job Duty CategoryService to Department, College, University and Discipline

Duty/Responsibility

Serve on committees at departmental, college, and university levels. Serve the discipline through activities such as committee membership on academic society committees and reviewing for journals and conferences.

Percentage Of Time10

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Do you have a PhD or ABD in Marketing or a related field?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Do you have demonstrated potential to publish in premier and high-quality scholarly journals?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Cover Letter

+ Publication 1

+ Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents