"Associate/Full Professor Systems Thinking, Technology & Practice in Operations"

The Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor beginning in August 2026. We are seeking a seasoned educator and thought leader who combines a strong academic foundation with a passion for shaping practice-oriented insights for today's business leaders.

This is not a traditional operations management role. We are looking for someone who brings a systems-thinking perspective to operations - helping leaders understand how operational choices create second- and third-order effects across interconnected value chains, organizations, and societies. We are particularly interested in candidates exploring technology's evolving role in operations - ranging from business analytics and automation to AI-enabled decision-making, including how large language models and domain-specific AI shape operational resilience and performance.

While this position emphasizes practical impact and executive education, we remain an AACSB-accredited institution with high standards for research productivity. Candidates must have a distinguished record of publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals as well as demonstrated excellence in teaching. However, this role is ideal for a scholar who has excelled in traditional academic research and MBA teaching and is now seeking to broaden their focus toward executive education, applied research, and practitioner-oriented thought leadership - in short, changing the mix of academic activity to balance rigor with greater practice impact.

We especially welcome candidates who:

• Have published in respected peer-reviewed journals and built a strong scholarly reputation, but also seek to translate those insights into frameworks, tools, and programs that impact practicing managers and executives.
• Can connect systems thinking and foresight to operational strategy, helping organizations navigate uncertainty, interconnected risks, and emerging technologies.
• Have experience engaging with business leaders or industry forums and can design executive education offerings that elevate Crummer's presence in practice-oriented learning.
• Are collaborative and thrive in Crummer's interdisciplinary, small-school environment, which emphasizes applied learning, close student-faculty engagement, and strong industry connections.

Rollins College is a comprehensive liberal arts college located just north of Orlando, FL, a diverse metropolitan community with a thriving economic and cultural scene. Nearby Orlando International Airport provides easy access to U.S. and international destinations. The college emphasizes innovative and quality teaching in small classes and ranks number one among 121 Southern master's-level universities in the annual rankings of 'America's Best Colleges,' released by U.S. News & World Report. Please visit the college website at www.rollins.edu.

Minimum Qualifications and Education:

• Ph.D. in operations management, supply chain management, industrial engineering, or a closely related field from an AACSB, ABET, or EQUIS-accredited institution.
• Demonstrated record of publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications (e.g., CPIM, PMP) or industry experience.

Instructions to Applicants:

Interested applicants must apply online via the College's employment website and upload the following materials as follows:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vita
• Contact information for three references on application

Review of applications will begin immediately until position is filled.

Inquiries can be directed to: Keenan Yoho, Chair - Search Committee, Crummer Graduate School of Business, kyoho@rollins.edu.

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Holidays and College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
• Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
• Plus More!