Assistant/Associate Professor of Behavioral Science

Description

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is seeking to appoint outstanding scholars to tenure-track positions in Behavioral Science beginning in the 2026-27 academic year.

Qualifications

We will consider candidates with interests in the areas of decision-making, social psychology and organizations, all broadly defined. We invite applications from those who hold a PhD in the relevant field(s) by July 1, 2026 or soon thereafter (we require all tenure track faculty to have a PhD or equivalent). (We will appoint those whose degree requirements have not been satisfied by this date as instructors, the expectation being that all PhD requirements will be satisfied soon thereafter, at which point you will be appointed as an assistant professor.) 

Application Instructions

Each candidate should submit a curriculum vita, job market paper, a research statement and the names of at least two scholars qualified and willing to evaluate the candidate’s ability, training, and potential for research and teaching. 

We will start formally reviewing applications on September 30, 2025, and we will continue to accept applications until March 31, 2026.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.