Associate Professor in Management(UK Visa Sponsorship Available)

Job Description

About Us

The UCL School of Management is a global leader in business and management education, with an international reputation for excellence in innovation management, technology-driven enterprise, business analytics, and entrepreneurship.

Our research was ranked 2nd in the UK for Business & Management in the Research Excellence Framework 2021 (REF 2021), achieving the highest ratings for “world-leading” and “internationally excellent” outputs.

We are AACSB and AMBA accredited, and part of the Chartered Association of Business Schools. With more than 2,000 students and 55% from outside the UK, our faculty come from world-renowned institutions including Harvard, MIT, Stanford, Cambridge, and London Business School.

Interdisciplinary collaboration lies at our core: the School works closely with UCL departments across Engineering, Computer Science, Psychology, Public Policy, and Economics.

About the Role

We are seeking an Associate Professor (Teaching) to join our leadership team for the MSc Management programme — a large and successful master’s course attracting over 500 students annually.

The MSc Management degree provides graduates from diverse disciplines with the knowledge, skills, and tools to transition into management roles across industries. The postholder will play a strategic leadership role, helping to shape the programme’s future direction as the School expands its postgraduate portfolio.

You will contribute vision and leadership to prepare graduates for the evolving business landscape — particularly as AI, data analytics, and innovation reshape global management practice. Candidates with experience in programme leadership, curriculum transformation, or industry collaboration are especially encouraged to apply.

Please note:

• This is an Education/Teaching Track position (non-research).
• Applications must include a 1-page cover letter and a brief CV.
• Do not attach articles, publications, or certificates.
• The post is available from 1 May 2026 (or by negotiation).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership for the MSc Management programme, including module design, delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Drive curriculum innovation to ensure relevance to modern business and management trends.
• Integrate theory with real-world practice, supporting student employability and experiential learning.
• Lead and mentor teaching staff and contribute to programme quality assurance.
• Collaborate across departments and foster connections with industry partners for guest teaching, case studies, and internships.
• Support School-wide educational initiatives, working to enhance the student experience and teaching excellence across the portfolio.

Candidate Profile

Essential Criteria:

• PhD (or equivalent doctorate) in Business, Management, or a closely related field.
• Significant teaching experience in management or related areas at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Evidence of teaching excellence, demonstrated through high student evaluations, peer reviews, or awards.
• Experience of educational leadership, such as module coordination, programme leadership, or large-scale teaching team management.
• Ability to connect theory to current practice, fostering engagement among diverse, international student cohorts.

Desirable:

Strategic understanding of the future of work and the impact of digital transformation, data, and AI on management education.

Experience managing large programmes or cohorts (e.g. > 300 students).

Evidence of collaboration with industry or professional bodies to enhance teaching outcomes.

Salary & Benefits

Grade 9: £68,284 – £74,166 per annum (including London Allowance)
Competitive remuneration packages may include a market supplement, subject to experience and contribution.

Benefits include:

• 41 days paid holiday (27 annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 6 closure days)
• Additional 5-day annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined Benefit CARE Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-Work scheme & Season Ticket Loan
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme & discounted medical insurance
• Relocation support for eligible staff

Visa & Sponsorship

This post meets eligibility for both the Skilled Worker and Global Talent visa routes under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). UCL welcomes applications from international candidates requiring sponsorship.

How to Apply

Applications must include:

• A concise 1-page cover letter summarising teaching expertise, curriculum leadership, and contributions to management education.
• A short CV (please omit publications or certificates).
• All materials must be submitted via the UCL online portal before 01 December 2025.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

UCL is proud to be London’s Global University — committed to equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented at senior academic levels, including women (Grade 9 and 10 roles), Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ individuals.