Full Professorship in International Management

Universität St.Gallen

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Full Professorship in International Management

The University of St.Gallen and its School of Management are inviting applications for a Full Professorship in the field of International Management. The triple accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA) university offers a stimulating and well-equipped research environment with a large network ranging from start-ups, small businesses to large firms to engage in field studies.

The new professorship in the School of Management will be invited to become part of our dynamic faculty. The ideal candidate has an internationally recognized and leading track record in research in leading journals in the field of international management, reflected in multiple publications in top journals (FT 50), a pipeline of promising research projects, and a strong international academic network, ties with industry, and excellent teaching skills on all levels, including executives. We are open regarding the methodological approach and skill set.

According to our claim “From insight to impact”, the future colleague should convey scientific knowledge to students and have a significant impact on theory and practice. The capability and willingness to join the executive board of an institute is expected. In addition, leading a research team, scholarly commitment, running executive education programs and acquiring external funds are an important part of the position. The University of St.Gallen is committed to promoting equal opportunities and an inclusive working culture. We explicitly encourage women and members of underrepresented groups to apply. We offer dual-career and welcome services for newly appointed faculty (and their families).

We seek to fill the position as of 1 February 2027 or by mutual agreement. For further information, please contact Professor Dr. Björn Ambos, Dean of the School of Management and Chairman of the Appointment Committee (facultyposition@unisg.ch).

The application should include a cover letter (motivation for the position, short description of teaching, research, and other academic activities), curriculum vitae, teaching statement ideally including a link to a public talk or lecture (max 1 page), list of publications, two publications that best represent your recent research, and contact information for two professional references that we may contact if shortlisted for the position.

Candidates should submit their application to the President of the University of St.Gallen, Professor Dr. Manuel Ammann, online via www.unisg.ch/professorships at the latest by 23 November 2025. Re-search talks are expected to take place on 15 January 2026.