Tenure-Track IE Professor: OR & Optimization

University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sick leave

Fitness center

Discounts for local services

Mountain EAP

Faculty Senate benefits

No state income tax

Job summary

University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in Industrial Engineering with a focus on Operations Research and Optimization, starting July 1, 2027. The role includes developing a strong research program and contributing to undergraduate and graduate education.

The candidate will collaborate across the School, College, and with industry partners while mentoring students and shaping curricula.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Systems Engineering, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated potential to establish an externally funded research program.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish an externally funded, nationally recognized research program in operations research and publish in high-impact venues.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses and develop new courses that strengthen the curriculum.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Collaborate across the School, College, and with industry and national laboratory partners.
• Contribute to service at the School, College, University, and professional levels.

Skills

Operations Research

Optimization

Teaching

Communication

Education

PhD in Industrial Engineering or closely related field

Job description

University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in Industrial Engineering with a focus on Operations Research and Optimization, starting July 1, 2027. The role includes developing a strong research program and contributing to undergraduate and graduate education.

The candidate will collaborate across the School, College, and with industry partners while mentoring students and shaping curricula.