Assistant Professor in Operations Management – College of Business

Abu Dhabi University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution in the UAE is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in Operations Management. Responsibilities include teaching courses, conducting research, and contributing to university initiatives. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, proven excellence in teaching, and a solid research portfolio. Experience in accredited higher education is required, along with the ability to foster industry collaboration. Strong proficiency in English is essential, and knowledge of Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. must be from an internationally recognized university.
• Experience in accredited higher education institutions for at least two years.
• Established scholarly research portfolio with peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Operations and Supply Chain Management.
• Develop and sustain a productive research agenda.
• Contribute to curricular development and program enhancement.

Skills

Professional proficiency in English

Industry insights integration

Curriculum development

Education

Ph.D. in Operations Management or related field

Job description

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.

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.

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.
• A cover letter outlining their qualifications, research interests, teaching philosophy, and the position level they are applying for (Assistant or Associate Professor).
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including a complete list of publications with Scopus rankings.
• A statement of research interests and future research plans.A statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., teaching evaluations, sample syllabi).
• Contact information for three referees.

Application Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until positions are filled.