Assistant Professor

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Supply Chain Management within Auburn University’s Harbert College of Business invites applications for a nine-month, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is August 2027. The Department of Supply Chain Management is ranked seventh internationally for empirical publications on the SCM Journal ListTM and #13 among Supply Chain Management undergraduate programs at public institutions by US News and World Report. It is comprised of 11 tenure-track faculty members, including several endowed professors, chairs and an Eminent Scholar, along with full-time lecturers with substantial industry experience, and three full-time positions devoted to the professional development of undergraduate students. The Center of Supply Chain Innovation (CSCI) is also housed in the department and supports industry engagement and academic programs. The department provides undergraduate, MS, and Ph.D. programs. The Harbert College of Business has a strong tradition of providing highly desirable graduates and generating knowledge that drives cutting-edge business thought leadership, with consistently ranking programs among the nation’s best public undergraduate and graduate business programs. The college has experienced steady enrollment growth and currently serves well over 7,600 undergraduate and graduate students through six academic departments offering eight undergraduate majors and multiple Masters and Ph.D. options. The college pioneered online graduate and executive education programs that are now ranked among the very best in the nation. The college has invested in building a nationally recognized faculty that moves forward through research, engages with industry, and delivers relevant and current instruction. Auburn University occupies 1,841 acres and is the academic home to more than 35,000 students. Auburn’s commitment to active student engagement, professional success, and public/private partnerships garners a growing reputation for outreach and extension that delivers broad economic, health, and societal impact. Auburn University is consistently recognized as one of Alabama’s top employers, earning a place on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers by State and continuing to be recognized for its exceptional workplace culture, employee benefits, and commitment to professional growth. Auburn University is classified as an R1, Very High Research University, by the Carnegie Foundation, generates large amounts of research funding, and has a growing number of endowed faculty chairs and professorships. Auburn, AL, is a vibrant and thriving college town and community, recognized as one of the top small towns in the South by Southern Living and the best place to live in Alabama by Money magazine. It offers a high quality of life, including a vibrant cultural scene, SEC sports, award-winning chefs and restaurants, a top-ranked K-12 school system, general and concierge healthcare options, and an exceptional College of Veterinary Medicine. Chewacla State Park offers camping, hiking, mountain biking, swimming, and boating opportunities. The historical sister town, Opelika, offers breweries, boutiques, and hobby shops. The Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport is only 90 minutes away, with numerous shuttle service options to/from Auburn daily. Birmingham is a similar drive to the north, and Montgomery is only 50 minutes to the southwest. Beaches and mountains are only a 3–4-hour drive. Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples.

Requirements

A doctorate in Supply Chain Management or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution is required upon start date.
Evidence of, or potential to develop, a strong research record, including research published (or publishable) in top-tier journals relevant to Supply Chain Management scholars.
Evidence of the ability to teach effectively in the Supply Chain Management discipline.
Excellent written, organizational, and communication skills.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of appointment and continue working legally for the term of employment.

Responsibilities

Engage in high-quality research (evidenced by publications in leading academic journals)
Teach courses in the supply chain program
Contribute to developing the future path for the department’s growing programs
Contribute to the collegial and intellectual environment of the department