Sant Cugat del Vallès, Catalonia, Spain · On-site
ESADE Business School is seeking to appoint a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the field of Human Resource Management or Leadership. We particularly welcome applications with a special …
Skills: Human Resource Management, Leadership, AI Impact Analysis, Data Analytics, Digital Transformation
Sant Cugat del Vallès, Catalonia, Spain • On-site
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The successful candidate will conduct high-quality research in HRM or Leadership and publish in top-tier management journals. They will also teach across undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education programs while contributing to departmental and school community life.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Management, Organizational Behavior, or a relevant field. They must demonstrate strong potential for impactful research, the ability to secure funding, and a foundation for successful university teaching.
ESADE Business School is seeking to appoint a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the field of Human Resource Management or Leadership. We particularly welcome applications with a special focus on the impact of AI and other smart technologies, data analytics, and/or digital transformation on HR or Leadership practices. The successful candidate will join the School at its Sant Cugat (Barcelona) campus in September 2027.
Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in a field relevant to the position (e.g., Management or Organizational Behavior). They should demonstrate either a record of, or strong potential and motivation for publishing high-quality, impactful research in top tier management journals, as well as the ability and motivation to secure national and international research funding. Candidates should also demonstrate a strong foundation for developing a successful teaching career across the School's diverse portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education programs. Successful candidates are expected to contribute actively to departmental life and engage fully with the wider School community.
The Department of People Management and Organization at ESADE offers a vibrant and collaborative environment for research and teaching with regular research seminars, international collaborations, and opportunities to engage with leading scholars in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior and Organization Theory.
ESADE offers a rigorous and international academic environment for research. The School is home to faculty and students from around the globe and is consistently ranked among the world's leading business Schools (Financial Times, Business Week, The Economist). ESADE is committed to educating responsible leaders and generating knowledge that contributes to organizations and society. It fosters a collaborative academic community where excellence in research and teaching is paired with a commitment to positive societal impact. ESADE comprises a Business School and a Law School spread across three campuses: Barcelona, Sant Cugat del Vallès (near Barcelona), and Madrid.
ESADE is a member of Ramon Llull University and offers a broad portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education programs in Business and Law. It has cooperation agreements with many top universities around the globe.
All faculty are expected to play a full part in the life of the School and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-quality academic environment. They are expected to demonstrate collegiality, engage actively within their subject area, and contribute to the wider School community in line with ESADE's values.
The compensation and teaching requirements that accompany this position are competitive. New faculty benefit from a comprehensive onboarding program, a reduced teaching load during their initial years, dedicated research funding, and faculty mentoring. The position is tenure-track. Decisions about contract renewal and promotion are based on individual performance. Speaking Spanish or Catalan is not a requirement, though support in learning languages can be provided if desired.
Applications will be considered on an ongoing basis starting July 2026 until the position is filled.
To be considered, please make sure your application package contains:
Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Research statement
A recent publication
Teaching statement
Teaching evaluations (if available)
The names and contact details of three people who have agreed to act as possible referees
Any other material that may help the selection committee
Interested parties should apply online through ESADE’s webpage.
We are pleased to inform you that members of the Department will be attending the Academy of Management (AOM) Annual Meeting in Philadelphia in August. Candidates who will be attending AOM and would like to learn more about ESADE and the position are invited to email the Department Chair ([email protected]) to express their interest in meeting with faculty members. Submission of a complete application is not required in order to be considered for an AOM meeting.
Please note that AOM meetings are informal and are not part of the formal selection process. Applications will be reviewed only after the official search begins following the AOM Annual Meeting.
