Assistant Professor of Operations, Information and Decisions (Tenure Track) 2026-2027

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Operations, Information and Decisions at the Philadelphia campus. The appointment starts July 1, 2027, with a start date aligned to Ph.D. completion timelines.

The position seeks candidates in decision making, information systems or operations management who can establish an outstanding research program and provide high-quality teaching across our undergraduate and graduate programs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (expected completion by June 30, 2028) from an accredited institution.
• Ability for high quality research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Establish a research program in decision making, information systems, or operations management.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses at Wharton.
• Contribute to the department and school through service and leadership.

Skills

Research potential

Teaching ability

Education

Ph.D. (expected completion by 2028-06-30)

Job description

Assistant Professor of Operations, Information and Decisions (Tenure Track) 2026-2027

Location:

3730 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA. USA

Open Date:

Aug 24, 2026

Description:

The Operations, Information and Decisions Department of the Wharton School is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the areas of decision making, information systems or operations management. Our faculty is comprised of scholars with a diverse set of backgrounds and interests, and we encourage applicants with degrees in a business discipline, social sciences, or engineering, among others.

More information about the Department is available at: https://oid.wharton.upenn.edu/.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability or potential for high quality research and teaching are important. Applicants must have a Ph.D. (expected completion by June 30, 2028 is acceptable) from an accredited institution. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2027.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.