Open-Rank Professor in AI, Optimization & ISE

Ieee Ru Sb; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track faculty position. Candidates with interests in AI, quantum computing for optimization, logistics, data science, and analytics are sought at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels.

The role emphasizes research leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs, contributing to NC State’s mission and ISE excellence.

Qualifications

• PhD in Industrial Engineering or closely related field by start date.
• Demonstrated expertise in AI, optimization, and/or quantum computing.
• Strong record or potential for high-impact research and publication.

Responsibilities

• Build and sustain an independent, externally funded research program.
• Conduct and disseminate high-impact research through publications and presentations.
• Develop interdisciplinary collaborations within NC State and with external partners.
• Teach and develop undergraduate and graduate courses in ISE.
• Mentor graduate students and contribute to their professional development.
• Contribute to the department, college, and university community.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence

Optimization

Quantum Computing

Data Science

Teaching

Education

PhD in Industrial Engineering or closely-related discipline

Job description

NC State University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track faculty position. Candidates with interests in AI, quantum computing for optimization, logistics, data science, and analytics are sought at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels.

The role emphasizes research leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs, contributing to NC State’s mission and ISE excellence.