Sales and Marketing Executives Inc. Chair of Excellence in Sales and Marketing and Chair of the Department of Marketing

The Fogelman College of Business and Economics (FCBE) at the University of Memphis invites applications, nominations, and expressions of interest for the position of the Sales and Marketing Executives Inc. Chair of Excellence in Sales and Marketing and Chair of the Department of Marketing with anticipated start in Fall 2027. 

The newly established Department of Marketing represents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of marketing education, scholarship, and engagement at one of America's leading metropolitan research universities. As part of a Carnegie R1 institution, the department is committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service while preparing students for success in an increasingly dynamic and technology-driven marketplace. 

This search is an exceptional opportunity to recruit a nationally and internationally prominent leader in marketing research and education who can guide the continued advancement of the department’s academic reputation, research productivity, doctoral education, and external engagement. The University will leverage resources associated with a vacant Chair of Excellence to support recruitment of a well-established scholar-leader whose record of research, doctoral mentorship, and academic leadership will further elevate the national standing of the Department of Marketing.  

Role and Expectations 

The Chair of Excellence in Sales and Marketing and Department Chair will serve as the academic and administrative leader of the Department of Marketing and is responsible for developing and implementing a strategic vision that advances the department's teaching, research, and service missions. 

• Faculty recruitment, development, evaluation, and mentorship
• Strengthening and elevating the School's research profile
• Curriculum leadership across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
• Budgeting, scheduling, and administrative oversight
• Building strong relationships with the accounting profession and business community
• Advancing the School's visibility and reputation nationally and internationally
• Sustaining scholarly productivity as a Chair of Excellence

The Chair will teach one course per semester and serve on the College's Executive Council. The successful candidate will be expected to foster a culture of professionalism, collegiality, accountability, and mutual respect while building a high-functioning and collaborative academic environment. 

Candidates must possess: 

• An earned doctorate in Marketing or a closely related discipline 
• Tenure at the rank of Full Professor with a distinguished and sustained record of scholarly achievement and national visibility 
• Demonstrated leadership ability in academic or professional settings 
• Strong interpersonal, administrative, and communication skills 
• Experience with, or familiarity with, AACSB accreditation standards and processes 

Rank and Appointment 

Candidates must possess tenure at the rank of Full Professor with credentials and accomplishments sufficient to warrant appointment at the rank of Full Professor with tenure upon hire at the University of Memphis. Given the position includes appointment as Chair of Excellence in Sales and Marketing, candidates must demonstrate scholarly distinction, national or international prominence, and academic leadership consistent with expectations for a Chair of Excellence-supported appointment. 

Compensation and Support 

The Chair position is an academic-year appointment with additional summer compensation. 

A competitive compensation package will be offered, including administrative support, professional development resources, and research support appropriate for a senior academic leader at a Carnegie R1 institution. The University is committed to providing the resources necessary to enable the successful candidate to advance the national and international reputation of the Department of Marketing. 

The College 

The Fogelman College of Business and Economics is a leading business school in the Southeast, offering BBA, MBA, MA/MS, and PhD programs. The College is AACSB accredited and serves more than 3,000 students with approximately 90 faculty members recognized for impactful scholarship and high-quality teaching. 

The University 

The University of Memphis is a Carnegie R1 research institution with more than 20,000 students. Founded in 1912, it is one of Tennessee's two comprehensive doctoral-granting public universities and offers a broad range of academic programs across disciplines. 

The Community 

Located in southwestern Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is one of the South's most vibrant metropolitan areas. Home to major corporations including FedEx, AutoZone, and International Paper, Memphis offers a dynamic business environment, rich cultural traditions, world-renowned music, outstanding restaurants and museums, a mild climate, and one of the lowest costs of living among major metropolitan areas in the United States. 

Application Process 

Applications should include: 

• Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications 
• Curriculum vitae 
• Statement of administrative and leadership philosophy 
• Unofficial transcript of doctoral degree 
• Names and contact information for three professional references 

Applications must be submitted online at: 

http://workforum.memphis.edu 

Screening of applications will begin on Friday 10/16/2026 and continue until the position is filled. If you have questions, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Ernie Nichols, at enichols@memphis.edu.