Associate Professor or Professor, Logistic and Supply Chain Management
Company: University of Central Florida
Location: Orlando
Posted on: January 24, 2025
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Job Description:
The OpportunityThe Department of Industrial Engineering and
Management Systems (IEMS) at the University of Central Florida
(UCF) invites applicants for a full time, 9-month, tenured
associate professor or professor position with an anticipated start
date of August 8, 2025. The selected candidate is expected to
support IEMS research efforts related but not limited to logistics
and supply chain optimization, digital supply networks,
sustainability, supply chain digital twins, Ai-driven logistics,
industry 4.0, and data-driven decision making.The successful
candidate will demonstrate a strong research record and teaching
excellence in topics such as supply chain optimization, logistics
systems design, transportation planning, warehouse management, and
advanced technologies in logistics (e.g., AI, IoT). The candidate
is expected to lead impactful research, secure external funding,
and contribute to curriculum development.We seek individuals with a
collaborative approach who can engage with industry partners and
enhance the department's interdisciplinary and international
initiatives. The ideal candidate will also bring innovative
approaches to addressing the challenges of global supply chains,
contribute to interdisciplinary research, and mentor young faculty,
postdoctoral fellows, and students across related programs. We
encourage applicants who can add to the excellence of our academic
community.IEMSis one of seven departments in the College of
Engineering and Computer Science (CECS). The department provides
outstanding undergraduate education, engages in collaborative and
multidisciplinary research, and offers excellent graduate programs
that appeal to students of diverse interests and
backgrounds.Minimum Qualifications:An earned Ph.D. in Industrial
Engineering, Operations Research, Operations Management, or Supply
Chain Management, from an accredited institution.Appointment at the
rank of associate professor requires 5 years of academic experience
and strong record of funded research, journal publications, and
teaching in supply chain and logistics, commensurate with a tenured
associate professor in the department.Appointment at the rank of
full professor requires 10 years of academic experience and
outstanding record of funded research, journal publications, and
national leadership in supply chain and logistics, commensurate
with a tenured professor in the department.Preferred
Qualifications:
Additional Application Materials Required:UCF requires all
applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically
through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, . In
addition to the online application, candidates should upload a
cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact
information for three (3) professional references.NOTE: Please have
all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously
uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the
system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents
later.The selected candidate will be required to submit official
transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency
evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic
credentials.Questions regarding this search should be directed to
Christin Saro, Search Manager, at Christin.Saro@ucf.edu.Special
Instructions to the Applicants:N/AJob Close Date:Open until
filled.Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as
'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such,
we encourage you to submit your application and all required
documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for
the posted position.Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a
next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top
employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers,
creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create
broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what
your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral
role at one of the most impactful universities in the country.
You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with
talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and
multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive
difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful
opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on
complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new
skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well
beyond a paycheck.Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's
expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of
the date the employment begins.Additional Requirements related to
Research Positions:Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior
to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related
positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening.
Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a
foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who
is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has
had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China,
Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.The additional
screening requirements only apply to research-related positions,
including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions,
individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds,
post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting
assistant professors, and visiting research
associates.DepartmentCollege of Engineering and Computer Science
(CECS) - Department of Industrial Engineering and Management
Systems (IEMS)Work ScheduleVariesType of AppointmentRegularExpected
SalaryNegotiableEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:The
University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on to view the
President's Statement.The UCF affirmative action plans for
qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are
available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity,
Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.As
a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials
and selection procedures available to the public upon request.The
University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus
and an E-Verify employer.
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