Assistant Professor of Work and Organizations/Organizational Behavior

JOB TITLE

Assistant Professor of Work and Organizations/Organizational Behavior

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

The Business School

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Do you want to have a greater impact inside and outside the classroom? Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), a premier university located in New England, might be the place for you!

WPI's Business School (the Business School) seeks motivated applicants for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in Work and Organizations/Organizational Behavior to build on the university's strengths in the future of work, organizing, and leadership in the digital age. Successful candidates must be prepared to conduct high-impact research, publish in high-quality outlets and commit to high-quality teaching. Candidates with interests in ethnographic and qualitative work are especially encouraged to apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION

A Ph.D. in management, organization studies, or other related field is required. Preference will be given to candidates with an ability to engage in high-quality scholarship and high-quality teaching, and have demonstrated interests in creativity, innovation, or leadership; how digital tools and technologies (including artificial intelligence (AI)) are transforming workplace dynamics, organizations, careers, and industries; social impact, sustainability and ethics in the age of AI; or leading and managing cross-cultural, cross-disciplinary teams. Candidates should demonstrate ability and willingness to teach at the graduate and undergraduate level.

If you are interested in joining our faculty and team of motivated and caring colleagues, you should include:

·       A cover letter

·       A Curriculum Vitae including three references

·       Teaching evaluations

Timing: The position will start in August 2027.  We expect to interview at AOM 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Review of applications to start on a rolling basis as they come in until the position is filled. 

For questions or clarifications, please contact Elizabeth Long Lingo, Search Committee Chair, at ellingo@wpi.edu.

About the Business School: The WPI Business School is not your average business school. Embedded in WPI’s distinctive project‑based learning model, and with long‑standing strengths at the intersection of business, technology, and innovation, The Business School prepares students to lead in data‑rich, technology‑driven environments by integrating rigorous business foundations with analytics, computing, and experiential education. Through real‑world problem solving, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong industry engagement, The Business School plays a central role in advancing WPI’s mission to address complex global challenges through applied learning and research.

The Business School at WPI is a mid‑sized academic unit within a leading STEM university, characterized by close faculty-student engagement and a culture of collaboration. The faculty includes tenure‑track, teaching, and professional practice members whose expertise spans core business disciplines and interdisciplinary areas such as analytics, artificial intelligence, information systems, industrial engineering and operations, and entrepreneurship. Faculty are actively engaged in applied scholarship, interdisciplinary scholarship, industry collaboration, and project‑based pedagogy aligned with WPI’s mission.

The Business School offers seven STEM designated undergraduate majors (including Integrated Management Engineering), seven master’s degrees, a Ph.D. degree, and an Executive PhD degree.  The Business School offers faculty members an innovative and collegial educational and research environment, outstanding students, and outstanding support for research and teaching.

About WPI:  WPI is a selective private university with a global footprint. It is a place where business and engineering/science collaborate and multidisciplinary teaching and research are encouraged. Our students excel, embrace challenges, and are independent learners. At WPI, project-based education pervades in the classroom and in a network of more than 60 project centers across the world. Innovation is encouraged and a strong sense of a community and the desire to conduct impactful teaching and scholarship prevail. Ranked highly by US News & World Report among national comprehensive universities, WPI enrolls over 4,000 undergraduates and over 2,000 graduate students and enjoys close working relationships with many corporations, due in part to its project-enriched curriculum that immerses students and faculty in real-world problem solving.

About the region: With over 200 universities in a 100-mile radius, Worcester Polytechnic Institute is located in the greater Boston area which is known for its dynamic academic environment, thriving economy, rich culture, and quality of life.

Compensation:

Salary range: $135,000 - $145,000 per year. Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity. WPI’s benefits package includes a robust retirement match, wellness perks, tuition assistance and more!

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.