Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (Operations)

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Operations area within the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks to fill tenure-track or tenured faculty positions with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Successful candidates will be productive researchers and effective teachers across Undergraduate, MBA, MS, PhD, and Executive programs.

Applicants should focus on Operations Management areas such as Supply Chain, Service Operations, Sustainability, Digital Operations, and Business

Qualifications

• Positions require a doctorate (or foreign equivalent) in Operations Research, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Hired candidates with a doctorate can anticipate an initial appointment at Assistant, Associate, or Professor.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative research and publish in top journals.
• Teach across Undergraduate, MBA, MS in Management, PhD, and Executive Development programs.

Education

Doctorate in Operations Research/Management or related field

Job description

Department:

KFBS Academic - 330100

Posting Open Date:

08/18/2026

Application Deadline:

10/23/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (Operations)

Appointment Type:

Tenured/Tenure Track

Vacancy ID:

FAC0006059

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

07/01/2027

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research, and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts, and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work, and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation, and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development, and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant, and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers, and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life, and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, we think differently; and more importantly, we teach differently. Opening our doors as the Department of Commerce in 1919 and awarding our first degrees to 12 students in 1921 was the beginning. Today, we have become a top-ranked business school comprised of several professional and academic degree programs that serve over 3,000 students. At Kenan-Flagler, our greatest assets are our people and our culture. We are rooted in our core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation and impact, and it goes back to our founding. It’s not just something on paper, we live it, we show it. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of business leaders by providing a world class education to our students. We seek to recruit diverse, innovative, and exceptional talent to achieve this goal.

Position Summary:

The Operations academic area within the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking to fill one or more tenure-track or tenured faculty positions with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Successful candidates will be both productive researchers as well as creative and effective teachers capable of contributing to the School’s Undergraduate, Master of Business Administration, Master of Accounting, Master of Science in Management, Ph.D., and Executive Development programs. Selected applicants are anticipated to teach and research in areas of Operations Management such as Supply Chain Management, Service Operations (e.g., Healthcare, Retail, etc.), Sustainability, Digital Operations, Business Analytics, and/or other related areas.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Positions require a doctorate (or foreign equivalent) granted, or nearly completed, in Operations Research, Operations Management, or a related field (e.g., Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, or Statistics) with research interests in Operations. Hired candidates with a doctorate can anticipate an initial appointment of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. Hired candidates with a doctorate nearly completed can anticipate an initial appointment of Instructor.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Successful applicants will have strong research skills and will be expected to publish in top-tier academic journals.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.