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Assistant Professor Position in Management

The Milgard School of Business at the University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in management beginning September 16, 2012 (Autumn Quarter). We seek candidates demonstrating strong potential for excellence in scholarship and teaching at the undergraduate and MBA levels. An earned doctorate in management or a related discipline is required. Candidates should have an active research program in and must be able to teach in the area of strategy and business policy.  Interest in also teaching entrepreneurship and/or corporate social responsibility/ethics is desirable.

The position offers the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of a growing business school and campus. UW Tacoma has an enrollment of over 3,000 students and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in the heart of Tacoma's downtown museum district. It has a small-campus environment while providing complete access to the computing and information resources of the University of Washington, one of the world's leading research universities. The fast-growing campus anchors a thriving neighborhood, offering state-of-the-art technology in its restored historic buildings.

The Milgard School of Business, named in recognition of a $15 million gift from the Milgard family, enjoys strong relationships with businesses and the South Puget Sound community. The School's Center for Leadership and Social Responsibility offers opportunities for teaching, research and community outreach related to its mission. The AACSB-accredited Milgard School currently has more than 500 students in its undergraduate and MBA programs. The MBA degree provides emphases in change management and finance, while the baccalaureate degree offers concentrations in accounting, finance, general business, international business, management, and marketing. Additional information about the Milgard School of Business can be found at: http://www.tacoma.washington.edu/business.

To apply, please send a letter describing your interest in the position as well as your curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, a sample publication or working paper, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. For questions, contact Dr. Vanessa Chio at chio@uw.edu or (253) 692-5885. All materials should be submitted electronically to msbhires@uw.edu and be addressed to:

Milgard School of Business Management Faculty Search
University of Washington Tacoma
Campus Box 358420
1900 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402-3100

Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans.  UW Tacoma faculty engage in teaching, research and service.