Assistant Professor, Operations and Supply Chain Management
Kansas State University
Application
Details
Posted: 20-Mar-25
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Operations and Supply Chain Management
Function:
Assistant Professor
Level:
None
Position:
Tenure Track or Tenured
Salary Details:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Required Education:
Ph.D
Internal Number: 519300
The Department of Management in the College of Business Administration (CBA) at Kansas State University is seeking applicants for a tenure-track, full-time Assistant Professor position in the Operations and Supply Chain Management (OSCM) area.
The candidate will be responsible for research, teaching, and service activities in the CBA.
Research: Consistent with departmental guidelines, the candidate will be expected to publish in high-quality academic journals in the OSCM area and develop a strong research record.
Teaching: Desired area of teaching experience or interest should include supply chain management with an emphasis on supply chain analytics, sustainability and/or risk management. The CBA has a strong emphasis on data analytics as part of its innovative curriculum.
Service: The candidate will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to collegiality and shared governance.
About Us
Our goal is to provide excellent undergraduate and graduate degree programs that will prepare students to become successful business professionals in an increasingly interconnected workplace. The College's comparative advantage derives from a strong culture and well-qualified student population, a faculty committed to high-quality research and teaching, dedicated staff, and strong support from alumni and the business community. The College is accredited by AACSB in both business administration and accounting. To learn more visit: http://www.cba.ksu.edu
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hr/benefits
Worksite Option
This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications:
The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in OSCM or a closely-related area from an AACSB accredited university. ABDs will also be considered but must be in a position to complete their Ph.D. within 6 months of their employment date at Kansas State University.
Ability to publish in high-quality journals in the OSCM area and develop a strong research track-record.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong research record as demonstrated through publications in top academic journals and presentations at national academic conferences.
Prior university teaching experience in OSCM.
Ability to teach in one or more of the following areas: Supply Chain Analytics, Sustainability, or Risk Management.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Related professional work experience.
Commitment to understanding the perspectives of others both in the classroom and when collaborating with colleagues.
Sponsorship eligibility:
This position is eligible for sponsorship.
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents:
Letter of Application (Cover Letter)
Curriculum Vita (CV)
Three (3) letters of reference
Screening of Applications Begins:
For best consideration, please apply by March 31, 2025.
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Founded in 1863 as the nation's first operational land-grant university, Kansas State University has grown into a comprehensive research university with nearly 20,000 students and more than 1,200 faculty members. With nine colleges and a Graduate School, the university offers more than 400 degrees and options, from bachelor's to doctoral degrees. K-State is located in Manhattan, Kansas, a pleasant college town located in the rolling Flint Hills area of the state. K-State Research and Extension also serves the citizenry with a presence in every county in Kansas. The College of Business Administration is among an elite 10 percent of the business schools and colleges in the United States to hold accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) for all business and accounting programs. To learn more about the College of Business Administration at K-State, please check out our website at https://cba.k-state.edu.
