Professor/Associate Professor - International Business

• Seeking senior International Business academics with leadership experience
• Utilise your passion and expertise in the broader area of International Business (incl. international management and/or global strategy)
• Permanent, full-time role based at AUT's City Campus in Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 27,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.

AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

AUT’s Department of Marketing and International Business 

AUT’s Department of Marketing and International Business sits within our dynamic Business School known for its strong research culture, external grant success and vibrant PhD and masters programmes (including the Master of Global Business). The department contributes to MBA and Online MBA teaching and aligns with AUT’s mission as New Zealand’s only university of technology by prioritising student success, industry readiness, technological capability and a global mindset. We are recognised for work-integrated learning, academic excellence and positive global social impact. The Business School holds both the EQUIS and AACSB accreditations, reflecting the quality of its programmes and processes. Through practical, research informed teaching, growing cross-disciplinary expertise and close industry engagement, we continually enhance student success and contribute to positive societal impact at both local and global levels.

To learn more about our Marketing and International Business department, please click here.    

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We have a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) opportunity for a motivated Professor or Associate Professor of International Business to make significant impact and develop their career in teaching, research and service. We are particularly interested in applicants who can contribute to our teaching and research in different areas of International Business, including international management, cross-cultural management and global strategy. Applicants with specific expertise related to digitalisation and technology are particularly welcome to apply. We are also looking for candidate who have demonstrated academic leadership capability – either related to research capacity building and/or strategic leadership at the department level (i.e., heads or deputy heads of departments or schools).

Deliver transformative student experiences by combining local and global knowledge and perspectives and join our supportive research environment with generous internal contestable funding, conference funding and support for external grant applications.

You'll teach across programmes as assigned by the Head of Department, particularly in the new Master of Global Business. You will also contribute to programme and course development, including in areas related to curriculum (re-) development and assessment design. We embrace practice-led, as well as research-informed, approaches to teaching where the student experience is enhanced. You will be expected to publish in top-‑tier journals (i.e., A and A* in the ABDC ranking or ABS3 and above in the CABS rankings), supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research and actively seek and attract external research funding. You’ll provide mentorship to other colleagues in both research and teaching, contribute to School and Faculty activities, and show openness to take up a future substantial leadership role as opportunities arise.

Please see the position description available for more information.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou 

At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your academic career. We offer:

• Clear, visible pathways to grow your academic profile and global impact
• Recognition frameworks that reflect your contributions to teaching, research, citizenship and living our values
• Mentoring and support for research grants, sabbaticals and publication
• Access to our labs, databases and real-world research partnerships
• Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared purpose
• Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff
• Professional development to keep you moving forward
• Free gym membership

About you | Ko wai koe

As an academic member of staff at AUT, you’ll blend teaching, research and engagement to create outcomes that have real impact on the world. You’ll work closely with students, collaborate across disciplines and contribute to projects alongside our industry and community partners.  With room to experiment, develop your skills and refine your practice, you’ll be supported to make impactful contributions to both learning and discovery.

You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural awareness and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is desirable.

We welcome applications from senior international business academics with leadership experience. The selection criteria sought are: 

1. Qualification:

• A PhD in International Business/International Management/Global Strategy, or a related field.

2. Teaching and Learning:

• Substantial undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience in International Business, including course and assessment design, delivery, and coordination.
• Ability to engage with students in innovative and engaging ways.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum innovation and the development of high-quality course content.
• Ability to design and deliver innovative assessment.
• Proven ability to attract and supervise postgraduate research students.
• Experience in executive education and teaching taught master’s programmes to international students is desirable.

3. Research and Scholarship:

• Extensive experience leading International Business research, with a strong publication record in top-tier journals (A or A* in the ABDC journal ranking or ABS3 and above in the CABS ranking).
• Established international research networks and demonstrated potential or experience securing external research funding.
• Proven ability to build and sustain collaborative research partnerships across academia and industry.
• Editorial board membership and/or experience as an editor, guest editor or conference track chair.

4. Citizenship and Service:

• Demonstrated academic leadership and service – either internally or externally.
• Experience engaging internationally with industry, government, and community stakeholders to translate and apply research.
• Proven ability to communicate research to non-academic audiences, including through media engagement.
• A strong commitment to equity, with the capability to support the School’s Te Aronui

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

Along with your full academic CV (including a complete list of publications and grant acquisitions): please ensure to submit a) a cover letter which explains why this particular role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) a statement addressing how you feel you meet some, or all, of the criteria above, via the 'Apply' button above. 

Further Information: 

• Start Date: The successful candidate would join AUT no later than February 2027 (to be agreed). 
• Term: The successful candidate will secure a permanent, full-time academic appointment.
• Salary: Aligned with the appropriate step in AUT's academic pay scales (Professor range: NZD $166,185 - $214,091; Associate Professor range: NZD $151,816 - $175,767)
• Enquiries: For academic enquiries, contact Professor Crystal Yap, Head of Department Marketing & International Business - crystal.yap@aut.ac.nz. For recruitment enquiries, contact Mike Wood: AUT Executive Recruitment Partner - mike.wood@aut.ac.nz.   

Closing date for applications: Sunday 19 April at 11.55pm

Reference: 93284

Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.

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