Instructor/Assistant Professor (Teaching), Department of Global Supply Chain Management

Wayne State University•Detroit, MI

About The Position

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Instructor/Assistant Professor (Teaching), Department of Global Supply Chain Management at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society. The Department of Global Supply Chain Management at Wayne State University’s Mike Ilitch School of Business is seeking to fill a non-tenured track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) or an Instructor (Teaching) beginning Winter 2027. · The selected candidate is also expected to be an actively engaged member of the department and the Mike Ilitch School of Business community, taking on service responsibilities in the form of committee roles, taking students to national case competitions, organizing department events such as the GM/WSU Supply Chain Case competition, new student orientation, future supply chain leaders reception, networking events, etc. For further information about the Global SCM Department see https://ilitchbusiness.wayne.edu/supply-chain/index.php

Requirements

Candidates should hold a graduate degree (e.g., MS, MBA, DBA, or PhD). Those with a PhD or DBA in Supply Chain Management or related fields will be considered for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching), others will be considered at the rank of Instructor.
Documents required at time of application: cover letter, curriculum vita, three references, and copies of recent student evaluations (if the candidate has prior teaching experience), including an explanation of the rating system and a description of the courses being evaluated.

Nice To Haves

Experience in teaching undergraduate, graduate, and executive education
Industry experience, especially in the automotive and other complex manufacturing industries
Experience in mentoring students
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with a clear commitment to supporting student learning and development
Skills and knowledge to infuse emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the curriculum
Involvement in professional or academic organizations (e.g., Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, Institute for Supply Management, AIAG, MEMA)
Evidence of effective collaboration with industry partners
Experience in advising student organizations
Experience in leading outreach programs
Experience in leading or desire to lead study abroad programs

Responsibilities

Teach 4 (per semester) undergraduate/graduate supply chain management courses
Manage assessment and Student progress using the Learning Management System (Canvas).
Maintain and update curriculum that is current, effective, and appropriate to course and program competencies. Instruct students in a classroom, online, and/or hybrid setting.
Additional teaching opportunities are available in Spring/Summer Semesters.
The selected candidate will teach courses related to quality and production planning offered in the school’s Undergrad, MBA or M.S. programs. Other classes may include procurement, logistics, operations, ERP systems, supply chain analytics, lean, manufacturing processes, and customs.
The chosen candidate would also be expected to work on the job and internship placement efforts for students by helping with networking and general assistance. The successful candidate may also be working on various SCM Program development initiatives.

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