Instructor/Assistant Teaching Professor

WPI • Worcester, MA

2d • $100,000 - $110,000

About The Position

One-year appointment as a non-tenure track faculty member in the Operations and Industrial (OIE) discipline within The Business School for the purpose of sabbatical coverage. The successful candidate will teach six courses and actively participate in departmental activities, contributing to our vibrant academic community.

Appointment Details
Duration: Nine-month appointment (August 2026 – May 2027)
Rank: Assistant Teaching Professor (Ph.D. required) or Instructor (M.S. with significant industry experience)
Start Date: August 2026

Requirements

• Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. (for an Assistant Teaching Professor) or an MS with significant work experience (for an Instructor).
• At least one degree (B.S., M.S., or Ph.D.) should be in Industrial Engineering (IE) or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability or strong potential for effective teaching at the college level.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in supply chain management is preferred.
• College-level teaching experience is valued, particularly involving active learning pedagogies, use of educational technology, project-based learning, case-based teaching, and online course delivery.

Responsibilities

• Six-course teaching load across the academic year at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, depending on departmental needs. Course topics may include supply chain management, discrete-event simulation, introductory optimization, and risk and decision analysis.
• Active participation in department activities, which may include: Contributing to curriculum development and learning assessment initiatives Engaging in student mentoring and advising Attending department meetings, retreats, and strategic planning sessions Participating in operational activities of The Business School Collaborating with faculty across the OIE discipline, other Business School disciplines, and interdisciplinary colleagues.
• Complete the Faculty Annual Review Process, including data entry in Watermark Faculty Success and Workday
• Participate in New Faculty Orientation (August 2026)
• Report to the Department Head and collaborate effectively within the supervisory chain

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees