Asst./Assoc. Professor, ITAO

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University’s Poole College of Management invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Operations and Supply Chain Management within the ITAO department. The role combines teaching undergraduate and graduate courses (online and in-person), developing an active research program, and contributing to service.

The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027; a Ph.D. by that date is required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by August 16, 2027, in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses (online and in-person).
• Develop and maintain a productive research program leading to publications.
• Contribute to department, college, and university service.
• Possess ability to teach effectively at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Education

Ph.D. in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or closely related field

Job description

About the Department

The Poole College of Management actively engages with industry and academia to create an innovative and collaborative intellectual environment that fosters learning, scholarship, and service. We’re deeply rooted in NC State’s history as a university that excels at science, technology, engineering, and math.

Our college’s varied student body - over 4,500 students - hails from across North Carolina, the United States, and the world. Our faculty are thought leaders and field-tested experts with enduring ties to the world of business.

Poole College of Management has six academic departments: Accounting; Economics; Finance; Information Technology, Analytics and Operations (ITAO); Marketing; Management, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (MIE). We offer bachelor’s degrees in accounting, business administration, and economics; master’s degrees in accounting, business administration (MBA), economics, and management (including specialized degrees); as well as joint doctoral degrees in economics and operations research. Among our non-degree programs, we offer Executive Education and graduate certificates.

The college houses six initiatives fostering research, learning, and corporate engagement: Business Analytics Initiative, Business Sustainability Collaborative, Enterprise Risk Management Initiative, Entrepreneurship Clinic, Entrepreneurship Collaborative, and Supply Chain Resource Cooperative. The college is fully accredited by the AACSB.

To learn more about our College, visit: https://poole.ncsu.edu

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Essential Job Duties

The Department of Information Technology, Analytics, and Operations in the Poole College of Management at North Carolina State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We seek collaborative and innovative scholars specializing in Operations and Supply Chain Management who demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service.

Position Responsibilities

• Teaching: Deliver high-quality instruction in Operations and Supply Chain Management at both the undergraduate and graduate (including MBA) levels, in online and in-person formats. Courses may include topics such as operations management, purchasing and supply management, logistics management, operations modeling and analysis, or supply chain management.
• Research: Develop and maintain a productive research program that leads to publications in top-tier peer-reviewed journals.
• Service: Contribute to the academic mission of the department, college, and university through committee work, curriculum development, and professional engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department head. Candidates must be a contributing faculty member to department and college service activities.

If you are a collaborative, innovative scholar with a passion for research and teaching in operations and supply chain management, and are eager to contribute to a dynamic academic community, we encourage you to apply.

Appointment Details

The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Candidates must currently hold a Ph.D., or have completed the requirements for the degree by August 16, 2027, in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a closely related field. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Other Required Qualifications: Candidates should demonstrate research and teaching capabilities consistent with a Research 1 university, showing strong potential at the assistant professor level or an established record at the associate professor level, with the ability to teach effectively at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in research or projects.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary research collaborations or industry partnerships.
• Proven track record of securing competitive research grants and funding.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Position Details

Position Number: 00112336

Position Type: Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00 FTE

Appointment: 9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID: 208001 - ITAO - Poole College of Management

Job Open Date: 09/18/2026

Anticipated Close Date: 11/1/2026; if posting is still active we are accepting and reviewing applications

EEO Statement

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