Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management
Description
The Assistant Professor of Supply Chain provides instruction to undergraduate and graduate students. This faculty appointment includes a full-time teaching load (24 credit hours per year). This is a multi-year position beginning August 2024 with the possibility of applying for a multi-year extension. Teaching may be on-line (synchronous and asynchronous) or in-person.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Reports directly to the Dean of the School of Business.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
The Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management may supervise teaching assistants and student research conducted in the department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management will:
· Teach a full-time teaching load (24 credit hours per year) to include courses such as Principles of Management, Sourcing & Operations, Forecasting & Logistics, Supply Chain Management Technologies, and Supply Chain in Action. The successful candidate may also teach MBA courses in the candidate's field of expertise.
· Advise students interested in careers in Supply Chain Management.
· Utilize innovative and collaborative teaching methods in support of the School of Business' mission and learning objectives
· Attend school and university faculty meetings.
· Contribute to School and interdisciplinary initiatives, including recruitment and retention efforts and curriculum development.
· Participate in University activities including but not limited to: extra- and co-curricular activities supporting student success and achievement in alignment with a liberal arts tradition, academic advising, institutional and departmental service, and professional development activities which personally and academically enhance a professional academic career.
· Perform other essential duties as assigned/as outlined in the Faculty Manual.
CORE VALUES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
Core values -- models leadership values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness, diversity, caring, loyalty and accountability in all work.
Intellectual dynamism -- demonstrates mental sharpness, capability and agility.
Self-knowledge -- gains insight from successes and mistakes.
Personal learning -- seeks feedback and counsel to improve managerial behavior.
Peer relationships -- encourages collaboration and cooperation across the organization.
Teamwork -- performs most effectively as a hard-working member of a team.
Constituency focus -- completes work to meet constituencies' expectations and requirements.
Community focus -- brings a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus and town.
Requirements
Requirements
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Professional Experience:
· Advanced Degree in Supply Chain Management (PhD, DBA, or MS) or 18 credit hours of graduate-level course in Supply Chain Management
· College-level teaching experience.
· Online teaching certification or evidence of prior experience teaching on-line
Preferred Education and Experience:
· ABD or PhD in Supply Chain Management or significant work experience in the industry.
· Two years college level teaching experience, including teaching at the graduate level.
· Ability to perform research with undergraduates.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Ability to relate to a diverse cross-section of individuals.
· Ability to demonstrate analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
· Evidence of a strong commitment to student centered active learning and student engagement activities.
· Willingness to participate in campus responsibiliti