BYU Organizational Behavior and Human Resources (OB/HR) Faculty Position
Fall 2026
The Department of Management of the Marriott School of Business at Brigham Young University has two (2) open tenure-track positions in the Organizational Behavior and Human Resources (OB/HR) Group starting in Fall semester 2027. We welcome applications from candidates with research and teaching interests in human resources (HR), organizational behavior (OB), or organizational theory (OT). All approaches, perspectives, and methods are welcome.
We welcome applications from candidates at all levels of experience. The successful candidates will be expected to (1) conduct research that leads to publications in top-tier journals; (2) be responsible for teaching a two-two (or equivalent) course load in HR, OB, and/or leadership to undergraduate and/or graduate business students; (3) participate in college and university service activities commensurate with experience and rank; (4) further the mission of Brigham Young University and its affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The Department of Management consists of an OB/HR group with 12 full-time faculty members, a Strategy group with 10 full-time faculty members, and an Entrepreneurship group with 7 full-time faculty members. These positions are in the OB/HR group. The department is highly collaborative and candidates can expect engagement with the entire department.
The Marriott School Strategic HR MBA emphasis is routinely ranked #1 or #2 by The Princeton Review on their list of Best MBA Programs for Human Resources. The Marriott School MBA program and undergraduate business program consistently rank among the top 40 programs in the country according to major news and business publications. The Marriott School of Business enrolls approximately 3,500 undergraduate and 800 graduate students. Brigham Young University enrolls over 35,000 students from all over the world.
Provo is one of Utah's largest cities with a metro population of almost 200,000. Provo is rated by numerous outlets as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Provo is part of a vibrant startup community known as "Silicon Slopes" and the state of Utah consistently has one of the best state economies in the United States. Provo is located in the Wasatch Mountain range, which offers world-class opportunities for mountain and water sports, including snow- and water-skiing, hiking, climbing, biking, fishing, river rafting, and golfing. Top Utah ski destinations and 2002 Winter Olympic venues are less than one hour away (including the famed Sundance Resort which is less than 20 minutes from campus). Other Utah attractions include 5 national parks, 7 national monuments, and 43 state parks.
Requirements
Candidates must: (1) possess an earned doctorate or be ABD and on track to complete a doctorate by July 31, 2027; (2) demonstrate evidence of, or strong potential for, active and significant research contributions; and (3) demonstrate evidence of, or strong potential for, teaching excellence in HR, OB, or other management courses to undergraduate and/or graduate business students.
Applicants for associate or full professor should have publication and teaching records consistent with desired rank.
Applicants must submit a complete application through the BYU Job Seekers system, including a cover letter, CV, mission alignment statement, and three names of individuals who can submit a recommendation on their behalf. The link to the full job description and application is provided below. Letters of recommendation will be requested by your recommenders as needed later in the search process.
The application deadline is August 10, 2026. Only applications submitted through the BYU Job Seekers system will be considered. Applications must be complete and submitted before 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on August 10, 2026.
Salary is commensurate with rank and experience.
The search committee is chaired by Dr. McKenzie Rees (mckenzie.rees@byu.edu) and includes Dr. Peter Madsen (petermadsen@byu.edu) and Dr. Cody Reeves (codyjreeves@byu.edu). Questions can be emailed to Dr. Rees directly. You can also visit with faculty about the position at the BYU Ice Cream Social, which will be held August 3 at the annual AOM meeting. The social will be from 7-9 pm at the Masonic Temple (1 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA). Faculty will be available to answer questions.
Link to Job Opening
https://byu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/faculty-careers/details/Management-Organizational-Behavior--CFS-Professorial-Faculty_JR-10840
EEOC Statement
BYU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Application Deadline: 8/10/2026