Full Professor in Project Management, Intelligent Operations, Information Management, and Marketing
Leading academic position in a newly established department at a top international university in China.
Best for:Best for established researchers with a proven track record in business, operations, or marketing, seeking a leadership role in an international academic environment with strong industry and research partnerships.
Overview
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) invites applications for a Full Professor in Project Management, Intelligent Operations, Information Management, and Marketing within the Department of Intelligent Operations and Marketing (IOM) at its International Business School Suzhou (IBSS). This role is part of a strategic expansion to establish IOM as an independent academic unit, focusing on cutting-edge research and teaching in business disciplines. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, supervise dissertations, and lead high-impact research aligned with top-tier journal standards. The position emphasizes research excellence, publication in leading journals, and securing external grants, with a strong emphasis on mentoring doctoral students and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver lectures and tutorials across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Project Management, Intelligent Operations, Information Management, and Marketing.
- Supervise undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral dissertations, ensuring high academic standards and mentorship.
- Publish research articles in top-tier journals (targeting ABS3/ABDC-A or above) and present findings at international conferences.
- Secure external research grants to support innovative projects and collaborative initiatives.
- Engage in curriculum design and programme development to enhance teaching quality and relevance.
- Participate in departmental and university service activities, contributing to institutional growth and strategic goals.
- Collaborate with industry partners and professional communities to bridge academic research with real-world applications.
- Mentor early-career faculty members and foster a collegial research environment.
Requirements
Degree required: Doctorate (PhD) in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Operations Management, or a related field.
Language: Proficiency in English (required for teaching, research, and supervision).
Instruction: English
Publications: Significant record of high-quality academic publications in top-tier journals (ABS3/ABDC-A or above).
- Proven record of high-quality academic publications in leading journals (ABS3/ABDC-A or higher).
- Experience in securing external research grants and managing funded projects.
- Strong teaching experience with a track record of student engagement and satisfaction.
- Successful supervision of doctoral students, demonstrating mentorship and academic leadership.
- Expertise in Project Management, Intelligent Operations, Information Management, or Marketing.
- Ability to design and develop innovative academic programmes aligned with industry needs.
- Must comply with Chinese Labour Laws and visa regulations for employment in China.
- Candidates over 65 may not be eligible for a work visa in the People’s Republic of China.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-14 (Asia/Shanghai)
Submit a single PDF file containing a cover letter, current CV (including date of birth, citizenship, and highest degree), and contact details for three references. Applications must be submitted through the university’s career portal.
- Cover letter
- Current CV (including date of birth, country of citizenship, and highest degree level)
- Contact details for three references
Contact
Dr. Daniel Hampson· Head of Department
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