"Instructor/Assistant Professor – Teaching, Department of Global Supply Chain Management MISB"

Instructor/Assistant Professor – Teaching, Department of Global Supply Chain Management MISB

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Instructor/Assistant Professor – Teaching, Department of Global Supply Chain Management MISB at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Department of Global Supply Chain Management at Wayne State University’s Mike Ilitch School of Business is seeking to fill a non-tenured track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor – Teaching or Instructor - Teaching beginning Fall 2026.

• Teach 4 (per semester) undergraduate/graduate supply chain management courses
• Manage assessment and Student progress using the Learning Management System (Canvas).
• Maintain and update curriculum that is current, effective, and appropriate to course and program competencies. Instruct students in a classroom, online, and/or hybrid setting.
• The selected candidate will teach courses related to quality and production planning offered in the school’s Undergrad, MBA or M.S. programs. Other classes may include procurement, logistics, operations, ERP systems, supply chain analytics, lean, manufacturing processes, and customs.
• The chosen candidate would also be expected to work on the job and internship placement efforts for students by helping with networking and general assistance. The successful candidate may also be working on various SCM Program development initiatives.
• The selected candidate is also expected to be an actively engaged member of the department and the Mike Ilitch School of Business community, taking on service responsibilities in the form of committee roles, taking students to national case competitions, organizing department events such as the GM/WSU Supply Chain Case competition, new student orientation, future supply chain leaders reception, networking events, etc. For further information about the Global SCM Department see https://ilitchbusiness.wayne.edu/supply-chain/index.php

Qualifications:

• Candidates should hold a graduate degree (e.g., MS, MBA, DBA, or PhD). Those with doctoral degrees (PhD or DBA) in Supply Chain Management or related fields will be considered for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor – Teaching, those with masters degrees will be considered at the rank of Instructor - Teaching.

Desirable education and experience:

• Experience in teaching undergraduate, graduate, and executive education
• Industry experience, especially in the automotive and other complex manufacturing industries
• Experience in mentoring students
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with a clear commitment to supporting student learning and development
• Skills and knowledge to infuse emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the curriculum
• Involvement in professional or academic organizations (e.g., Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, Institute for Supply Management, AIAG, MEMA)
• Evidence of effective collaboration with industry partners
• Experience in advising student organizations
• Experience in leading outreach programs
• Experience in leading or desire to lead study abroad programs

School/College/Division:

H16 - School of Business Admin

Primary department:

H1609 - Supply Chain Management Admin (H1609)

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary minimum: TBD
• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

Office and Classroom environment

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1