40% Teaching:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in operations management and related disciplines. Contribute to student learning through instruction, mentoring, advising, curriculum development, and other educational activities that support the mission of the School of Business.

20% Service:

• Engage in service activities that support the area, school, university, profession, and broader community. Contribute through committee participation, professional engagement, outreach, student support activities, and other service contributions appropriate to rank and expertise.

Req ID(Ex: 10567BR)

33377BR

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

Contact Information to Applicants

Cal (David) Riedley busaioadmin@ku.edu (regarding application process)
Suman Mallik, suman@ku.edu (regarding position information)

Position Number

00001202

Required Qualifications

1. A Ph.D. in a discipline directly related to Operations and Supply Chain Management. (must be earned by August 18, 2027).
2. Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) scholarship excellence as shown through publications in leading academic journals in operations management and/or business analytics, and promising research projects and papers targeted to leading journals.
3. Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) teaching excellence in supply-chain management and/or business analytics with a special focus on contemporary and emerging topics.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Employee Class

F-Faculty

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

FTE

1.0

Position Overview

The School of Business at the University of Kansas is conducting a search for a tenure-track faculty position in Operations and Supply-Chain Management for the 2027-28 academic year. The appointment will be made at rank of Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, tenure-track position beginning August 18, 2027.

Successful candidates will be expected to continue to contribute to the advancement of knowledge through high quality publications in leading academic journals, to teach courses with rigorous academic content at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral level, and to engage in service and outreach activities that advance the educational mission of the School of Business and the University of Kansas. While all areas of operations/supply chain will be considered, emphasis might be given to the emerging topics of blockchain, digital transformation of supply chain, and supply-chain analytics.

The University of Kansas School of Business offers undergraduate, master’s (full-time and online) and doctoral programs. In recent years, the School has experienced remarkable growth, expanding academic offerings with student enrollment approaching 5,000 students. The School of Business is located on KU’s main campus in Lawrence in Capitol Federal Hall , a modern instructional facility with advanced classrooms, offices, and student resources. Lawrence is located 35 miles west of Kansas City in the Kansas River valley. For information about the University of Kansas, School of Business and living in Lawrence, see http://business.ku.edu/ and https://www.ku.edu/about-lawrence .

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment. Any employment with the University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between The University of Kansas and United Academics, that UAKU is the exclusive representative for the bargaining unit, and that it is their right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.

Reg/Temp

Regular

Application Review Begins

08-Sep-2026

Anticipated Start Date

18-Aug-2027

Additional Candidate Instruction

To be considered, candidates must submit an online application. A complete application will include a:

• Letter of application describing experience and accomplishments,
• Record of productivity in teaching, research and service as noted in CV,
• Research statement and supplemental materials, (e.g., publications), and
• Teaching statement and supplemental materials (e.g., teaching portfolio, sample syllabi, teaching evaluations).

Letters of recommendation will be requested from selected applicants as the search process moves beyond the initial screening round. Only complete application packages submitted online will be considered. First review of applications will begin on September 8, 2026, and will continue until the position has been filled.

Unit

AIO

40% Teaching:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in operations management and related disciplines. Contribute to student learning through instruction, mentoring, advising, curriculum development, and other educational activities that support the mission of the School of Business.

20% Service:

• Engage in service activities that support the area, school, university, profession, and broader community. Contribute through committee participation, professional engagement, outreach, student support activities, and other service contributions appropriate to rank and expertise.

Req ID(Ex: 10567BR)

33377BR

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

Contact Information to Applicants

Cal (David) Riedley busaioadmin@ku.edu (regarding application process)
Suman Mallik, suman@ku.edu (regarding position information)

Position Number

00001202

Required Qualifications

1. A Ph.D. in a discipline directly related to Operations and Supply Chain Management. (must be earned by August 18, 2027).
2. Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) scholarship excellence as shown through publications in leading academic journals in operations management and/or business analytics, and promising research projects and papers targeted to leading journals.
3. Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) teaching excellence in supply-chain management and/or business analytics with a special focus on contemporary and emerging topics.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Employee Class

F-Faculty

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

FTE

1.0

Position Overview

The School of Business at the University of Kansas is conducting a search for a tenure-track faculty position in Operations and Supply-Chain Management for the 2027-28 academic year. The appointment will be made at rank of Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, tenure-track position beginning August 18, 2027.

Successful candidates will be expected to continue to contribute to the advancement of knowledge through high quality publications in leading academic journals, to teach courses with rigorous academic content at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral level, and to engage in service and outreach activities that advance the educational mission of the School of Business and the University of Kansas. While all areas of operations/supply chain will be considered, emphasis might be given to the emerging topics of blockchain, digital transformation of supply chain, and supply-chain analytics.

The University of Kansas School of Business offers undergraduate, master’s (full-time and online) and doctoral programs. In recent years, the School has experienced remarkable growth, expanding academic offerings with student enrollment approaching 5,000 students. The School of Business is located on KU’s main campus in Lawrence in Capitol Federal Hall , a modern instructional facility with advanced classrooms, offices, and student resources. Lawrence is located 35 miles west of Kansas City in the Kansas River valley. For information about the University of Kansas, School of Business and living in Lawrence, see http://business.ku.edu/ and https://www.ku.edu/about-lawrence .

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment. Any employment with the University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between The University of Kansas and United Academics, that UAKU is the exclusive representative for the bargaining unit, and that it is their right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.

Reg/Temp

Regular

Application Review Begins

08-Sep-2026

Anticipated Start Date

18-Aug-2027

Additional Candidate Instruction

To be considered, candidates must submit an online application. A complete application will include a:

• Letter of application describing experience and accomplishments,
• Record of productivity in teaching, research and service as noted in CV,
• Research statement and supplemental materials, (e.g., publications), and
• Teaching statement and supplemental materials (e.g., teaching portfolio, sample syllabi, teaching evaluations).

Letters of recommendation will be requested from selected applicants as the search process moves beyond the initial screening round. Only complete application packages submitted online will be considered. First review of applications will begin on September 8, 2026, and will continue until the position has been filled.

Unit

AIO