Associate or Full Professor in Management (Business and Society) in University of Geneva (UNIGE) – Switzerland

Summary

The University of Geneva’s Geneva School of Economics and Management seeks an Associate or Full Professor in Management focusing on Business and Society. The role, starting 1 August 2027 or later, involves teaching across bachelor to executive levels, supervising theses, contributing to institute development, and strengthening ties with Geneva’s ecosystem of NGOs, international bodies, and corporations. Candidates must have an excellent research record in leading management journals, an established program on sustainability, ESG or related topics, strong quantitative skills, and proven teaching excellence. English proficiency is required; French is a plus. Applications are submitted online by 30 November 2026 and must include a cover letter, CV with publications, diplomas, and referees.

Key Facts

Department	Faculty of Economics and Management (GSEM)
Position Type	Associate or Full Professor
Discipline	Management
Research Area	Business and Society
Language	English (required), French (asset)
Deadline	2026-11-30
Required Documents	Cover letter, CV with list of publications, Copies of diplomas, List of referees
Employer Address	Geneva School of Economics and Management (GSEM), University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
Employer Contact	[email protected]

About the Project

The position supports research that examines how organizations interact with societal challenges, integrating core management theories from organizational behavior, organization theory, and strategy. Emphasis is placed on sustainability, ESG criteria, responsible management, and stakeholder relations, with a preference for quantitative approaches that complement existing expertise within the Institute of Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach bachelor, master, doctoral and executive courses on business and society topics
• Supervise master theses and doctoral dissertations
• Contribute to development of the Institute of Management
• Strengthen engagement with Geneva ecosystem including NGOs, international organisations and corporations

Required Skills

• Excellent research record in leading management journals
• Established research program on business‑society issues
• Strong quantitative research methods
• Teaching excellence in business and society topics
• Experience or potential in executive education
• Ability to teach in English; French is an asset

Who Should Apply

Applicants with a strong publication record in top management journals, an established research agenda on business‑society issues such as sustainability or ESG, solid quantitative expertise, and demonstrated teaching excellence at bachelor, master or executive levels are encouraged to apply. Ability to teach in English is essential; knowledge of French is advantageous.

Benefits

• Attractive employment conditions in a stimulating work environment
• Gender parity encouragement

About the Employer

The University of Geneva, founded in 1559, offers attractive employment conditions and a stimulating work environment through its Geneva School of Economics and Management (GSEM).

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the position start?

1 August 2027 or later by agreement.

What is the application deadline?

30 November 2026, midnight Geneva time.

Is knowledge of French required?

It is an asset but not required.

How must applicants apply?

Submit the application exclusively online via the UNIGE jobs portal.

What documents must be submitted?

Cover letter, CV with publications, copies of diplomas, and a list of referees.