The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) invites applications for full-time faculty positions at its flagship Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB). SDSB has openings at various academic levels, including Teaching Fellow, Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor. These positions involve teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of marketing, operations, strategy, finance, decision sciences, organizational theory, data analytics, and statistics.
We welcome applications for both full-time permanent (tenure track) and fixed-term contracts (1-4 years).
The school
SDSB is the first business school in Pakistan to achieve AACSB International accreditation in 2019, placing it among the top 6% of business schools worldwide. In 2024, SDSB’s accreditation was successfully renewed by AACSB, reaffirming the high quality of its academic programs, aligned with global best practices in business education.
SDSB is a pioneer of case-based teaching in the region and is renowned for producing high-quality research that is both contextually relevant and internationally significant. With a strong emphasis on thought leadership, SDSB’s faculty consistently publish in top-ranked international journals and remain active in numerous professional associations.
The school offers highly regarded academic programs at both the graduate (MBA, EMBA, MS, and PhD) and undergraduate (BSc Accounting and Finance, and BSc Management Sciences) levels. These programs equip graduates with the skills and competencies needed to excel in today’s dynamic business environment, while driving societal impact through innovation and leadership.
The school’s executive education arm, the Rausing Executive Development Center (REDC), is a leader in executive education and provides faculty with valuable opportunities to engage with industry and extend their academic impact.
Selection Criteria
Teaching Fellow Position
- A master’s degree in a relevant field (preferably awarded by a reputable international institution) is required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Industry experience is preferred but not mandatory.
Lecturer Position
- A master’s degree in a relevant field (preferably awarded by a reputable international institution) is required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Applicants must have sufficient industry experience in terms of both duration and relevance to the teaching area.
Assistant Professor Position
- A PhD in a relevant discipline is ordinarily required, though applicants near completion (within six months) can be considered.
- Candidates must demonstrate the potential to produce scholarly research in high quality journals such as ranked as ABDC-A, ABS-3.
- A strong commitment to teaching excellence is essential, along with good communication and interpersonal skills
- Applicants who demonstrate excellent teaching abilities and engagement in applied research will also be considered
Senior Professorial Position
- All requirements for Assistant Professor position must be met
- A proven track record of publications in high-impact international journals is required
- Candidates must demonstrate the ability to pursue research funding and show evidence of experience in developing and leading academic programs
Applicants must also demonstrate teaching excellence. Successful applicants should be able to design and teach courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and supervise master’s and PhD students. Active participation across SDSB and LUMS activities is expected.
LUMS is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages women and under-represented groups to apply.
How to Apply
Candidates wishing to join SDSB should submit the following documents as a single PDF at dean.sdsb@lums.edu.pk
- A cover letter clearly indicating the position being applied for.
- Short statement detailing your research interest and/or contributions you can make to SDSB.
- Detailed resume, including, where appropriate, a full list of publications (clearly identify the ranking of your journal papers as per ABDC/ABS or other), teaching and professional experience, and academic qualifications.
- List of three referees
This call will remain open until the available positions are filled. Appointments are ideally finalized by Spring 2025 or at a mutually agreed date.