Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track), Supply Chain, Proj & Oper Mgt/Quant Meth

Rochester Institute of Technology; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Institute of Technology's Saunders College of Business invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor of supply chain management starting September 24, 2026. Candidates near completing a Ph.D.

in SCM, operations management, logistics, sourcing, or related areas are encouraged to apply. Teaching load is 2/2 for pre-tenure faculty and includes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in supply chain analytics, sourcing, logistics, operations management,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in SCM/OM/Logistics or related field.
• Potential for high-impact research publications.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness at undergrad/grad level.
• Ability to collaborate within and beyond the department.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in supply chain analytics, sourcing, logistics, operations management, decision sciences, and related areas.
• Demonstrate potential to produce high-quality research and publications.
• Engage in service and contribute to a collegial academic community.

Skills

High-impact research

Teaching effectiveness

Collaboration skills

Academic publishing

Education

Ph.D. or ABD in SCM/OM/Logistics

Job description

The Management Department in the Saunders College of Business at Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor of supply chain management starting August 11, 2027. Candidates who are close to completing their doctoral degree in supply chain management, operations management, logistics, sourcing, purchasing and supply management, or related areas are encouraged to apply. Assistant professors with prior experience are also encouraged to apply. Teaching load is 2/2 for pre-tenure faculty and includes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in supply chain analytics, sourcing, logistics, operations management, decision sciences, project management, and other related areas. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the potential to produce high-quality research. Evidence of teaching effectiveness at either the undergraduate or graduate level is expected.

We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to student-centeredness; professional development and scholarship; integrity and ethics; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Select to view links to RIT's core values and honor code.

To attract and retain an excellent and innovative faculty, RIT offers a number of programs and professional development opportunities to help faculty succeed from our onboarding and orientation on through to the tenure and promotion process. https://www.rit.edu/aes/ofr

The College/ Department

The Saunders College of Business (SCB) is accredited by AACSB International and served by more than 60 full-time faculty members. SCB faculty greatly value collegiality and teamwork, as evidenced by the high level of collaboration within and across departments. SCB offers bachelors' degrees in Business Administration with eight different majors. Graduate programs include a Ph.D., an MBA, an Executive MBA, and Masters of Science in several disciplines. Saunders is ranked 58th by US News and World Report.

The University

Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology has a long-standing history of innovation that blends the arts, technology, and experiential learning. In addition to its main campus in Rochester, New York, RIT maintains a strong international presence with over 100 active global partnerships and international campuses in Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. Nationally recognized for its co-op and internship programs, RIT is supported by more than 4,000 dedicated faculty and staff members committed to student success. Its 1,300-acre suburban campus features cutting-edge facilities that reflect RIT's strengths in applied research, design, and workforce development. To attract and retain an excellent and innovative faculty, RIT offers a number of programs and professional development opportunities to help faculty succeed from our onboarding and orientation on through to the tenure and promotion process.

Qualifications

Required

• Ph.D. or ABD in supply chain management, operations management, logistics, sourcing, purchasing and supply management, decision sciences or related areas from an AACSB accredited or equivalent institution.
• Potential for high-impact research publications relevant to the area of specialty.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness in supply chain management related areas, including supply chain analytics, operations management, purchasing, international logistics, or other related courses.
• Potential to collaborate within and beyond the Department of Management

SALARY RANGE

$140,000 - $155,000

Faculty Tenure, Rank, Discipline

JC_1413 - Assistant Professor, Prod & Op Mgt/Quant Meth /Oper Res /SCM

Work Location

On Campus

Compensation

$140,000-$155,000

Anticipated Start Date

September 24, 2026

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources.

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RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law.

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.