Marketing

Over its history, INSEAD and its faculty have been widely recognized as leaders in marketing. To us marketing is more than a function or a discipline; marketing is a way of looking at the world through the eyes of customers to see opportunities for sustainable profitable growth for a business in an ever-changing environment. We are an innovative, multi-disciplinary, research-based group of faculty that develops and tests new theories that we then apply to educate the next generation of leaders with the help of our world-class teaching materials and classroom experiences.

On our website you will find more information about the marketing area, faculty publications, individual webpages of faculty along with information about programmes, including our successful PhD programme and its graduates.

Faculty Recruitment

INSEAD invites applications from junior or mid-career scholars with exceptional research records for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Marketing at the Assistant or Associate levels. Applications from Full professors will also be considered if they have a truly remarkable record of accomplishments in research and thought leadership. The position will be available at our European campus in Fontainebleau, near Paris, France, or in Singapore starting in September 2026 and will remain open until it is filled. Later starts preceded by short-term visiting positions during the academic year 2025-2026 may also be possible.

All research profiles are encouraged to apply. Particular attention will be given to candidates who are enthusiastic about INSEAD’s mission to be the business school for the world and have demonstrated an ability to combine excellence in research and teaching in degree programs and executive education.

The Financial Times ranks INSEAD as the #1 European Business School and has ranked its MBA as #1 in the world 3 times in the past 10 years (it is currently #2 for the second time in a row). INSEAD is #9 in the latest UTD worldwide research ranking (2019 to 2023). INSEAD provides an excellent research environment, including generous funding (including plentiful research assistance), networking opportunities with a large and supportive alumni network and with other scholars (through substantial travel funding and multiple year-round international seminar series), and facilities (e.g., a state-of-the-art experimental lab in Paris https://www.inseadsorbonnelab.com). We have a strong Ph.D. program whose graduates have gone on to faculty positions at top schools worldwide.

As one of the world's leading and largest graduate business schools, INSEAD offers participants a truly global educational experience. With locations in Europe (France), Asia (Singapore), the Middle East (Abu Dhabi), and North America (San Francisco) and alliances with top institutions, INSEAD's business education and research spans the globe. The school's 162 renowned Faculty members from 40 countries inspire more than 1,300 students in our degree and PhD programs. In addition, more than 11,000 executives participate in INSEAD's Executive Education programs each year.

The Marketing area at INSEAD includes 14 tenure-track faculty https://www.insead.edu/faculty-research/academic-areas/marketing. Our research and teaching interests cover all aspects of marketing. INSEAD faculty have been holding editorial, AE, or ERB positions for many leading journals for years and have won numerous awards, including seven Marketing Science Institute (MSI) Young Scholars, two MSI Scholars, an EMAC Distinguished Marketing Scholar, three O’Dell Long-term paper awards in JMR, three best article awards in JCR, one ISMS Long Term award in Marketing Science, one Sheth Foundation Long Term paper award in JM, and one Lilien ISMS practice prize award.

Applications should be made through Interfolio http://apply.interfolio.com/161583. They should include a cover letter, a complete CV, and recent publications or working papers. Research and Teaching statements are optional, and letters of recommendation will only be requested later.

We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all identities and backgrounds, particularly from female candidates.

For more information, please contact the area at [email protected] or directly Pierre Chandon ([email protected]), Ziv Carmon ([email protected]), or Abhishek Borah ([email protected]).

Research Programmer

DEPARTMENT: Research Department
LOCATION: Asia Campus
CONTRACT: Full Time
REFERENCE: RSHPP (email subject line on applications must include this reference)

The Marketing Area at INSEAD is currently seeking a Research Programmer with a strong foundation in applied quantitative methods, real-time data analytics, and strategic decision-making. The main task is to assist Professor Philip Parker, within the Marketing faculty in conducting research. This unique role is ideal for professionals with prior experience in financial modeling, AI/ML applications, or behavioral strategy, looking to pivot toward academic research or doctoral study. The position is for one year based in Singapore, with the possibility of renewal at the end of the first year upon evaluation.

Position Overview:

This role is ideal for a Diploma holder or University graduates with an outstanding academic record and a genuine passion for research. Our ideal candidates are motivated individuals eager to enhance their research skills while working alongside renowned scholars, with the aim of pursuing a Ph.D. in the future. Previous Pre-Doctoral Researchers at INSEAD have successfully transitioned to Ph.D. programs at prestigious institutions such as INSEAD, Harvard, Stanford, Caltech, Columbia, Sciences Po, LSE, Stockholm School of Economics and others. They will support interdisciplinary research projects at the intersection of quantitative finance, organizational decision sciences, and technological innovation. Assignments may involve real-world datasets, algorithmic experimentation, and literature-grounded hypothesis testing in collaboration with INSEAD faculty. The role combines elements of research assistance, project ownership, and ideation which ideal for candidates with a unique blend of industry execution and academic curiosity.

Ideal Candidate:

Our ideal candidate is someone who:

Is completing a Diploma or University degree or has recently graduated from a top institution in technology and computer science or equivalent
Comfort with both qualitative and quantitative analysis—including designing research protocols, conducting structured literature reviews, and statistical validation
Is fluent in both written and spoken English
Fundamental knowledge and expertise in the following languages: Hindi, Punjabi, Sanskrit
5 or more years of programming experience in C++, Python, VBA, Matlab, SQL, and R
5 or more years of programming experience in high volume analytics (e.g. trading data, real-time textual data, etc.) , including noise filtering, feature engineering, and model validation
Mandatory Experience with major financial portals (i.e., Factset, IBES, Thompson Reuters, Bloomberg) and non-financial data social media and news portals across a wide spectrum of content types (i.e., X.com, Facebook, Youtube, etc.)
Master in Finance or Masters in Business, from a top tier school is a plus
Advanced coursework and application of artificial intelligence algorithm creation (supervised machine learning, supervised machine learning, reinforcement learning, including convex optimization) and neural networks.
Deep proficiency in Python, including experience with packages like NumPy, pandas, scikit-learn, XGBoost, and integration with cloud or production environments
Ability to operate autonomously, manage ambiguity, and translate open-ended questions into executable research tasks

Responsibilities:

As a Research Programmer, your responsibilities will include:

Assisting with quantitative and/or qualitative research projects across academic areas
Brainstorming potential research questions
Conducting academic literature searches and reviews
Managing and analyzing data using software packages like R, Python, Matlab, SAS, Stata, SPSS, etc.
Performing statistical data analysis, interpreting findings, and contributing to write-ups
Designing and conducting experiments

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents to [email protected] with the subject line including this job reference followed by your surname: " RSHPP, Your Last Name”

A cover letter (max. two pages) explaining your research experience/interest, competencies, and preferred academic areas (ranked if multiple)
A detailed CV with contact details of two potential references
A copy of your official academic transcripts and detailed marks
A writing sample or dofile showcasing one of your core competencies

Selection process:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged. We will acknowledge all applications submitted but due to the large volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates. Please make sure that your application is complete and includes all the required documents mentioned above.

INSEAD is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We consider applicants for employment without regard to factors such as gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA

The personal data (CV, motivation letter, etc.) you communicate to INSEAD will be registered and stored in our database. They will be treated as confidential information and we will not communicate them to third parties under any condition. We will keep your personal data for a period of 1 year in order to be reviewed in case a new opportunity arises within INSEAD. Your data will be deleted after this period.