West Virginia University College of Business & Economics

Through an endowment to the College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University, the Stuart M. and Joyce N. Robbins Center for Global Business and Strategy 20/21 has been established. The mission of the Center is to support research, education, and outreach activities related to global business and strategy focusing on G-20 countries. The College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University invites applications for the position of Center Director starting in May 1, 2012.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Economics or Business Administration with a concentration in marketing, management, strategy, finance or global/international business and have achieved a rank of at least Associate Professor. Preference will be given to those candidates who have an established and high quality record in international research, teaching and outreach. Candidates having strong connections with international institutions particularly in G-20 countries and connections to global business enterprises are also preferred.

We will begin considering applications on July 15, 2012; applications received by this date will be given fullest consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please send an electronic copy of an application letter outlining qualifications for the position, teaching and research interests; curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references to: E-mail: BEGlobalSearch@mail.wvu.edu with the subject line “Center for Global Business and Strategy Position”. Emails may be addressed to Ms. Erin Carter, Administrative Assistant.

More information about the College of Business and Economics at WVU can be found at http://www.be.wvu.edu/. West Virginia University is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. West Virginia University is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. Minorities, persons with disabilities, females, and other protected class members are encouraged to apply. This offer of employment is conditioned upon approval by all the appropriate governmental authorities. Job Requirements Ph.D. in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing, management, strategy or global/international business Rank of at least Associate Professor. Preference - established and high quality record in international research, teaching and outreach. Preferred - strong connections with international institutions particularly in G-20 countries and connections to global business enterprises.