University of Central Florida

University of Central Florida

Professor and Chair, Department of Marketing

Orlando, FL (Main Campus) · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
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About the role

  • The University of Central Florida's (UCF) College of Business Administration invites applications for a 9-month, tenured professor and chair in the Department of Marketing.
  • This position is located on the UCF main campus with an anticipated start date in Fall 2027.
  • The chair of the Department of Marketing will serve as a central leader in advancing the department's academic, research, and external engagement missions during a period of significant institutional momentum and investment.

Responsibilities

  • Support faculty research productivity across diverse methodological traditions.
  • Lead faculty hiring, mentoring, and evaluation processes.
  • Build and sustain relationships with industry, alumni, and external stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening.
  • As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Nice to have

  • Record of effective leadership in complex academic environments, including faculty development, program oversight, and external engagement.
  • Interest in or engagement with research related to technology-driven marketing contexts.
  • Experience fostering collaboration across faculty with varied methodological approaches.
  • Demonstrated success in faculty development and mentoring.
  • Evidence of involvement in program development or innovation.
  • Experience with fundraising, corporate engagement, or development initiatives.
  • Leadership roles in academic or professional organizations.
  • Additional Application Materials Required:

Compensation

  • Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.

Benefits

  • Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
  • Retirement savings options.
  • Education assistance.
  • Flexible work environment.
  • And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.
  • Support and strengthen the department's doctoral program and contribute to the continued development of graduate and executive education offerings, including MBA programs.
  • If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this positio

Company info

  • On March 10, 2026, UCF received clarification that the current State moratorium on H‑1B visas applies not only to new sponsorships but also to H‑1B transfers into the institution.
  • This means we are unable to process transfers for individuals currently holding H‑1B status with other employers.
  • UCF will share updates as soon as State guidance changes or additional details become available.

Equal opportunity

  • The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.
  • The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
  • As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
  • UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U

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