THE UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

BUSINESS SCHOOL

PROFESSOR IN STRATEGY & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

REF: BUS119A

The Business School is looking to appoint a Professor in Strategy & Entrepreneurship to support its continued growth and expansion into new subject areas interconnected with the Centre of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. We welcome applications from eminent scholars with a track record of research leadership and a passion for delivering a world-class education and student experience. 

We are looking to appoint an eminent and internationally recognised scholar who combines research excellence and a high-impact research agenda with an enthusiasm to encourage and support research capacity building within the School. The successful candidate will work with colleagues in the School towards developing a strong international reputation in strategy, entrepreneurship and innovation that is aligned with the School’s mission and vision. 

A highly competitive remuneration package will be available for exceptional candidates considered for appointment at the Professorial level.  Select Grade

Any appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references. For further information on various staff benefits and policies please visit http://www.abdn.ac.uk/staffnet/working-here/.

Should you require a visa to undertake paid employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship and Tier 2 visa. As appropriate, at the time an offer of appointment is made you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualifications and competency in English. Please do not hesitate to contact Marian Elliott-Jones (m.elliott-jones@abdn.ac.uk) for further information. 

The closing date for receipt of applications is 16 September 2019

Should you wish to make an informal enquiry, please contact:

Professor Keith Bender, Interim Head of School
+44-(0)1224 273411, email: kabender@abdn.ac.uk 

or
 
Professor Ignacio Canales, Head of Management Studies
+44-(0)1224 273236; email ignacio.canales@abdn.ac.uk   

Please do not send application forms or CVs to Professor Bender or Professor Canales.

Please quote reference number BUS117A on all correspondence 

The Business School embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring.  Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.