"Assistant Professor of Management, Operations/ Supply Chain"

The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship at Berry College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Management with expertise in operations or supply chain management, beginning August 2026. Rooted in Berry's mission of educating the head, heart, and hands, we seek a teacher-mentor-scholar who is passionate about engaging students from diverse majors in the study of operations and supply chain systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to innovative, inclusive teaching and impactful scholarship, along with enthusiasm for continuous improvement and student mentoring as they apply their learning in real-world contexts.

The AACSB-Accredited Campbell School of Business is known for its close-knit community of faculty, staff, and students, its emphasis on experiential learning, and its integration of business education with Berry's broader mission. Faculty benefit from small class sizes that allow creativity and deep student engagement, a collaborative teaching environment, and opportunities to mentor students through research, internships, and Berry's LifeWorks program. Our location in Rome, Georgia, places us in proximity to major manufacturing and logistics firms, offering rich opportunities for industry engagement and applied learning. Major global manufacturing facilities nearby include Pirelli, Suzuki, Anheuser-Busch, Gerdau Steel, Ball Container, several automotive suppliers, and 150 carpet mills. Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is 90 minutes away, making travel connections easy.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and MBA courses in operations management, as well as business statistics and quantitative analysis. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester. The successful candidate will also maintain an active research agenda with publications in peer-reviewed journals, and the inclusion of students in advancing that research agenda is both supported and encouraged.

Requirements:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in operations management, supply chain management, or a closely related field, and candidates who are currently ABD should earn the Ph.D. by the date of employment.

Additional Information:

ABOUT BERRY COLLEGE

Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students located adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry's educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic that our founder instilled more than a century ago: "We educate the head, heart, and hands - to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities." Nationally recognized for quality of learning and quality of life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's level opportunities in business and teacher education. The College's stunning 27,000-acre campus affords opportunities that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Berry's ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to talented students from a wide range of social, racial, and economic backgrounds.

COLLEGE COMMITMENTS

Berry College is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity institution, Berry complies with all applicable laws and provisions prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies. Berry respects the essential dignity of all individuals and accordingly hires and promotes employees without regard to matters of personal identity such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and political affiliation. Berry College is committed to ensuring that facilities, programs, services, and activities are accessible to everyone, including those seeking employment at Berry College. Inquiries about interviews or workplace accommodations are welcome. You can reach out to us at employment@berry.edu or (706) 233-4062.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a letter of application describing the candidate's interest in this position and commitment to the Berry mission and values; a curriculum vitae; a teaching statement that should articulate the candidate's teaching approach, experience, and goals; complete teaching evaluations (as available); a statement of research plans; unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts; and names and contact information of three references.

Review of applications will begin on September 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Specific questions about the position may be sent directly to the chair of the search committee, Dr. John Grout, at jgrout@berry.edu.