Assistant Professor, Business Analytics/Operations Research

Colorado School of Mines•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

Engineering a world of possibilities The Department of Economics and Business at the Colorado School of Mines (Mines) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Business Analytics/Operations Research. The primary focus of this position will be to help develop and support the quantitative business programs on campus and to contribute to interdisciplinary research in Mines’ focus areas. We are open to all areas, but we are especially interested in candidates with expertise in supply chain, simulation, and optimization under uncertainty. Business analytics, operations research, and associated courses are taught in several programs at Mines. In the Department of Economics and Business, these programs include the Engineering and Technology Management MS degree, the Mineral and Energy Economics MS and PhD program, the Business Engineering and Management Science BS degree, and the online Business Analytics certificate. Business analytics courses also support the interdisciplinary Operations Research with Engineering MS and PhD program and the Data Science MS degree. This new faculty will also contribute to Mines priorities through engagement in interdisciplinary research. Mines aims to conduct research with an impact on sustainable and responsible development of earth resources, integrated energy systems, and innovative technological solutions. Information on research initiatives at Mines may be found at research.mines.edu. For further information about the position, department, or the university, please contact the search chair, Dr. Steven Smith, at [email protected].

Requirements

PhD in Business/Data Analytics, Operations Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Economics, or a closely related data-analytics discipline from an accredited program by the time the appointment begins.
Ability and interest to effectively apply research skills in Mines’ research focus areas.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Commitment to excellence in teaching and curriculum development at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Nice To Haves

Successful record of teaching and research obtained via academic research, college-level teaching and/or industry or national lab experience.
Experience working on and supporting externally funded grants and contracts.
Demonstrated record of research publications in archival journals and conference proceedings.

Responsibilities

Establish and/or maintain a high-quality research program and publication record, including appropriate external funding.
Develop and deliver course materials to undergraduate and graduate students demonstrating teaching excellence of high-quality and impact (3-4 courses per year).
Supervise graduate research and thesis projects and mentor a diverse set of students.
Contribute to both the institution and one’s profession through active service.
Collaborate across campus representing the department.

Benefits

Flexible health and dental care options.
Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus.
Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution of 12%.
Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents).
Access to an on-campus daycare center.
Free RTD Ecopass for regional bus and light rail transportation.
Mines’ leadership and innovation bring proximity and access to several research centers, consortia, agencies, labs, and leading-edge technology.
Additionally, all Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center.

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