Lecturer / Teaching Assistant Professor, Industrial Engineering

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Engineering Program in the College of Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a non-tenure-track position at the level of Lecturer I, Lecturer II, or Teaching Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027. This role will contribute to the development and delivery of curricula in a newly established and growing Industrial Engineering program offering B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. The university may hire at the appropriate Lecturer level (I–IV) or Teaching Assistant/Associate/Professor level, with appointment level determined by qualifications and experience.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence and the ability to contribute broadly across the Industrial Engineering curriculum. Teaching will include the IE senior capstone experience and core Industrial Engineering courses and labs, potentially in operations research and optimization, simulation, supply chain and logistics, quality engineering, and engineering economic analysis.

The position is a 9-month, non-tenure-track appointment. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027.

Requirements

• Lecturer I: Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field.
• Lecturer II: Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field.
• Teaching Assistant Professor: Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Ability to contribute broadly across the Industrial Engineering curriculum.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of significant industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and delivery of Industrial Engineering curricula.
• Teach the IE senior capstone experience.
• Teach core Industrial Engineering courses and labs across areas such as operations research and optimization, simulation, supply chain and logistics, quality engineering, and engineering economic analysis.
• Contribute broadly to the growing Industrial Engineering academic program.

Benefits

• University contribution matched at 19.25% through the faculty retirement plan; employees are 100% vested on their first day.
• Health insurance options, including dental and vision.
• Generous sick leave, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Fitness center memberships, including spouse/domestic partner membership options.
• Discounts at many local businesses for WolfCard holders.
• Employee assistance counseling and advising services through Mountain EAP.
• Reduced-rate tuition benefits for faculty and qualified dependents.
• Dual-career assistance for newly hired faculty spouses or partners.
• No state income tax.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level