Assistant Professor in Supply Chain Management

Iowa State University - Ivy College of Business; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University’s Ivy College of Business invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Supply Chain Management. The role blends research and teaching across undergraduate, masters, and Ph.D. levels, with the aim of building a leading scholarly program.

The position is on campus and starts in August 2027. Qualifications include a PhD in business administration with a SCM focus by Aug 16, 2027, evidence of scholarly potential, and ability to teach undergraduates.

Qualifications

• PhD in business administration with SCM concentration by Aug 16, 2027.
• Strong scholarly research potential and a track record of teaching undergraduates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and publish research in supply chain management across undergraduate, masters, and Ph.D. programs.
• Develop and deliver high-quality SCM courses at multiple levels.
• Contribute to department, college, and university service and mentorship.

Skills

Scholarly research

Teaching undergraduates

Communication

Education

PhD in business administration (SCM)

Job description

Position Title

Assistant Professor in Supply Chain Management

Appointment Type

Faculty

Job Description

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The Department of Supply Chain Management in the Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University welcomes applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor in Supply Chain Management (SCM). Primary responsibilities include both research and teaching in SCM at the undergraduate, masters, and Ph.D. levels. Successful applicants will be expected to develop and maintain an outstanding research program targeting leading journals in supply chain management. The applicant is also expected to demonstrate strong teaching abilities. The ability to communicate effectively with prospective and current students, industry personnel, and the wider community is essential to this position. This full‑time faculty position is on campus and in person. The expected start date for this position is August 2027.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must currently have, or expect to complete by 8/16/27, an earned doctorate in business administration, with a concentration in supply chain management, transportation, logistics, operations, or a related specialization.
• Demonstrated ability to produce strong scholarly research.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduates.
• Candidates must meet the college’s standards to be Scholarly Academic qualified under AACSB standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Very strong research record in supply chain management evidenced by publications in leading peer‑reviewed supply chain management journals.
• Significant research in progress targeted at top SCM journals.
• Work experience with professional responsibilities related to supply chain management.
• Sustained record of excellence in teaching and the ability to teach a variety of SCM courses at undergraduate, masters, and Ph.D. levels.

Department/Program & College Description

The Department of Supply Chain Management is composed of 12 tenured and tenure‑track faculty members and four‑term faculty members. Our department enjoys a strong reputation for faculty research and student focus. We are consistently ranked among the top 10 in the world for empirical supply chain management research and offer nationally ranked undergraduate and graduate supply chain management programs. Our department actively engages with industry partners in different ways, including through the Ivy Supply Chain Forum. The Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University, established in 1984, furthers Iowa State University’s land‑grant ideals by training students to be knowledgeable and ethical communicators, leaders, collaborators, and problem solvers through impactful research, innovative teaching, and community engagement.

With the largest undergraduate business program in the state of Iowa and nationally ranked graduate programs, the Ivy College of Business is home to over 5000 students with a strong growth trajectory. We pride ourselves on our high ethical standards and our drive to promote an environment where all individuals may succeed academically, professionally, and personally. Each member of our community is committed to the college’s mission to link theory with practice for tomorrow’s business leaders.

The college offers undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. programs and is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Less than five percent of business schools worldwide receive this accreditation.

Our department prides itself on a warm, collegial, and intellectually vibrant environment where faculty support one another’s growth and success. We foster a culture of open collaboration, mutual respect, and shared enthusiasm for advancing the field of supply chain management. Faculty members actively engage with one another across research interests, creating a close‑knit community that values both scholarly excellence and meaningful relationships. We believe that a positive and supportive work atmosphere is the foundation for producing impactful research and delivering an exceptional educational experience for our students.

Department Unit/Website

https://www.ivybusiness.iastate.edu/about-ivy/academic-departments/supply-chain-management/

Proposed Start Date

August 16, 2027

Number Of Months Employed Per Year

09 Month Work Period

Time Type

Full time

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter
• Contact Information for Three References

For guaranteed consideration, applications must be received by August 31, 2026. For questions regarding this position, please contact Search Committee Chair, Dr. Yoshi Suzuki at [e-mail]. For questions regarding this application, please contact [e-mail] or call 515‑294‑4800 or Toll Free: 1‑877‑477‑7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work‑life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long‑term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515‑294‑7612, email [e-mail].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.