Assistant Professor in Operations Management

Abu Dhabi University; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi University in the United Arab Emirates invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Operations Management. The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, conducting high-quality research, and serving the college and university through service activities.

The successful candidate will maintain an active research agenda, supervise student projects, and contribute to curriculum development while aligning with accreditation standards and industry trends.

Qualifications

• PhD in Operations Management, SCM, or related field from an accredited university.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and high-quality research.
• Strong curriculum development and innovative teaching practices.
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Industry experience or consultancy is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Operations and Supply Chain Management.
• Develop and sustain a productive research agenda with publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Supervise student projects, internships, and theses.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program enhancement.
• Engage with industry and drive outreach and collaboration.
• Participate in committees and academic initiatives.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and conferences.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Curriculum design

Industry collaboration

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Operations Management or SCM

Job description

SECTION I: JOB PURPOSE

The College of Business at Abu Dhabi University is seeking to appoint a full-time faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor in Operations Management. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, conducting high-quality research and scholarly activities in the field, and actively contributing to the college's and university's administrative and service responsibilities.

About This Job

SECTION I: JOB PURPOSE

The College of Business at Abu Dhabi University is seeking to appoint a full-time faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor in Operations Management. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, conducting high-quality research and scholarly activities in the field, and actively contributing to the college's and university's administrative and service responsibilities.

SECTION II: RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Operations and Supply Chain Management, and related disciplines.
• Develop and sustain a productive research agenda that leads to publications in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals, with the potential to contribute to interdisciplinary and practice-oriented research in the operations management domain.
• Supervise student projects, internships, and theses, as applicable.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous program enhancement, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards, evolving industry practices, and the integration of digital and analytical tools used in operations management.
• Actively participate in departmental, college, and university committees and academic initiatives that support institutional goals.
• Develop professional capabilities continuously by participating in training programs, workshops, and academic conferences to enhance the effectiveness of teaching and research.
• Engage with the business and professional community, fostering industry collaboration and supporting the university's outreach, innovation, and impact initiatives.

SECTION III: KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Minimum Educational Qualifications Required For The Role

• A Ph.D. in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a closely related field from an internationally recognized university, preferably accredited by AACSB, EQUIS, or listed in the top 200 global ranking.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a strong commitment to high-quality research.
• A proven record of curriculum development and innovative teaching practices in accounting.
• An established portfolio of scholarly research, with publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in industry practice, consultancy, or professional service is highly desirable.

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

• At least two years of teaching experience in accredited higher education institutions.

Nature Of Relevant Experience Required

• Ability to integrate industry insights and emerging trends into curriculum design and classroom instruction.
• Capacity to contribute to departmental service, program development, and institutional initiatives.

Language - Skills

• Professional proficiency in English (oral and written).
• Arabic is a plus.