Open Rank Faculty Position in Operations Management

University of Texas at Dallas • Richardson, TX

40d

About The Position

The Naveen Jindal School of Management at The University of Texas at Dallas is seeking to fill one tenure-track faculty position (open-rank) in Operations Management, beginning in fall 2026. Assistant Professors are preferred. All areas of research in Operations Management will be considered but expertise in artificial intelligence and/or supply chain management is of special interest. A PhD or equivalent in Operations Management or a related discipline (such as Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, etc.) is required prior to employment; those with ABD status will be considered at the application/interviewing stage. The appointee must demonstrate the ability to conduct a nationally recognized research program. Candidates applying for a senior position must have a well-established record of research and teaching. The appointment commences for the fall 2026 semester

Requirements

• A PhD or equivalent in Operations Management or a related discipline is required prior to employment; those with ABD status will be considered at the application/interviewing stage.
• Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.
• We are seeking candidates able to produce research and scholarly or creative achievements that enhance the program and the discipline, and able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
• An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline and a record of productivity and professional achievement.
• To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching experience in an undergraduate or graduate class is preferred.
• For applications at the Associate or full Professor rank, a strong record of publication in the top tier Operations Management/Operations Research journals is expected.
• Some teaching experience at an undergraduate or graduate level is preferred.
• For the Associate/Full Tenured position, a strong record of publication in the top tier. Operations Management/Operations Research journals is expected.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence
• Prepare and teach undergraduate and/or graduate classes
• Contribute assessment information and data as requested
• Mentor and/or advise undergraduate and/or graduate students
• Establish and/or continue an independent line of research
• Continue to expand professional influence in the academic discipline through research and/or publication
• Engage in service within the academic unit, the university, and the profession as appropriate based on teaching and research constraints
• Teach three (3) of classes each academic year

What This Job Offers

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