Assistant/ Associate/ Professor of Marketing

About the role:

The Marketing group at Imperial Business School invites applications for a faculty position in Marketing at any rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor). We welcome candidates from all areas of marketing research, including (but not limited to) empirical modelling, analytical modelling, consumer behaviour, and strategy. Applications are encouraged from both early-career scholars and experienced faculty (i.e., the position is “open rank”).

Early-career candidates should demonstrate exceptional potential and passion for research, as evidenced by a strong job market paper and a promising pipeline. Candidates at more advanced stages (Advanced Assistant, Associate, or Full Professors) are expected to have an established record of impactful research and publications in leading journals. Those appointed at the Full Professor level will also be expected to take on key service and leadership responsibilities within the School.

Located in the heart of London, Imperial Business School offers an attractive research environment and competitive salaries, and a marketing group with a strong track record of publishing impactful research in top-tier journals in marketing and related fields. We encourage candidates to browse our website and, notably, the ‘faculty members’ profiles before applying. 

What you would be doing:

You will be a highly motivated researcher and will be expected to contribute to the School by publishing in top academic journals and teaching courses. Salaries are internationally competitive, research support is generous, and teaching requirements are moderate by international standards. The expected start date is 1 September 2027.

What we are looking for:

• A PhD in marketing or related field (completed by the start of the appointment to the position).
• Strong job market paper
• Promising research output or pipeline
• Ability to teach marketing courses

What we can offer you:

• You will join a marketing group with a strong track record of impactful research and publications in leading journals.
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for academic staff including dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

The closing date for applications is 24 August 2026. Applicants who enter into the initial shortlist will be interviewed over a video call in September. Those shortlisted further will complete an interview on our campus in London in autumn. The position commences in the 2027-2028 academic year (targeted start date of September 2027).

Those who wish to obtain more information about the position or department can contact Dr Rajesh Bhargave at r.bhargave@imperial.ac.uk.

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