Full Professor and Endowed Department Chair of Operations Research and Engineering Management

Professor and Endowed Department Chair of Operations Research and Engineering Management (OREM). The successful candidate for chair of the department will also hold an endowed professorship with the anticipated start date of August 1, 2027. The Lyle School of Engineering has embarked on an ambitious journey, successfully hiring numerous outstanding faculty members, including several endowed professors during the recent past. Our culture of faculty growth thrives on innovation, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are committed to cutting-edge research funded by competitive federal grants, industry-funded projects and philanthropic gifts, which advances our academic goals and provides students with a competitive edge in the industry and/or academia. Our mission is to lead in the digital transformation of engineering education, equipping students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills to emerge as confident, capable leaders. Through excellence and innovation, we aim to significantly impact the engineering landscape and beyond. The OREM department at SMU has experienced significant growth in faculty research in the last several years. The department offers undergraduate degrees in Management Science (including the dual BS degree in Data Science-Management Science) and highly sought-after graduate degrees in Engineering Management (MS and DEng), Operations Research (MS and PhD), and Systems Engineering (MS). OREM’s graduate degree programs attract significant interest from industry professionals in the DFW metroplex. Historically, 65 to 75% of the student body is made up of graduate students. Coupled with the increasing externally funded research, the department is well poised to continue making a deep and lasting impact on the broader field of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) and Operations Research (OR). Our faculty are actively engaged in research programs that cover a wide spectrum of theoretical and applied areas, including Optimization Methods, Applied Probability, Stochastics, Machine Learning, the Interface of Operations Research and Data Science, Infrastructure and Engineered Systems, and Supply Chain and Service Systems. This expertise forms a strong foundation, with a clear trajectory for expanding the department’s impact across all areas of ISE that align with our mission and degree programs. We are seeking a visionary leader to further elevate the department’s intellectual, creative, and scholarly development. The successful candidate will hold an earned doctoral degree and have relevant academic experience, coupled with international recognition in their discipline(s). They will possess demonstrated excellence in technical, academic, and professional achievements, with a proven capacity for leadership. This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic leader who can inspire continued growth in cutting-edge research and innovation within Industrial and Systems Engineering, with a strong focus on expanding collaborations with federal agencies, industry, and other external partners. More information about the department is available at https://www.smu.edu/Lyle/Academics/Departments/OREM About the Bobby B. Lyle School of Engineering For nearly a century, Lyle has been nurturing exceptional engineers who are catalysts for global change. Our commitment to shaping bold leaders who innovate, pioneer, and tackle society’s toughest challenges is unwavering. Embedded in our mindset is a culture of ingenuity that resonates through our research and curriculum. With an impressive 9:1 graduate student-to-faculty ratio, coupled with robust scholarship offerings, we are dedicated to fostering meaningful mentorship and breaking engineering stereotypes. Our focus extends beyond campus, addressing critical global issues through groundbreaking research. Our five departments—Civil and Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Operations Research and Engineering Management, and Mechanical Engineering—drive impactful innovations beyond academia’s boundaries. Lyle School’s acclaimed centers and institutes include the Darwin Deason Institute for Cyber Security, Hart Center for Engineering Leadership, Caruth Institute for Engineering Education, Hunt Institute for Engineering and Humanity, Hart Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and the newly established Center for Digital and Human-Augmented Manufacturing. Our world-class research facilities are complemented by robust resources in high-performance scientific computing (see https://www.smu.edu/Provost/Data-Science-Institute/HPC ). About SMU Located near the center of Dallas, SMU is a private university of 12,000 students and offers strong undergraduate, graduate and professional programs through eight schools – Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Cox School of Business, Meadows School of the Arts, Lyle School of Engineering, Perkins School of Theology, Dedman School of Law, Simmons School of Education and Human Development, and the Moody Graduate School of Advanced Studies. To learn more about the rich cultural environment of SMU, please see: www.smu.edu . All applications should be submitted through Interfolio using the link below: https://apply.interfolio.com/192293 Qualifications Qualifications for this position is an accomplished academic suitable for an endowed full professorship with an earned Ph.D. in the appropriate or a closely related discipline, with experience commensurate with the rank of full professor. The expertise will inspire and guide the next generation of trailblazers, bridging the gap between theory and real-world impact. Application Instructions Candidates are required to submit with their application a cover letter that includes research and teaching statements, a statement of leadership background and philosophy, Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Successful candidates will also present a vision for continued growth and development of the department. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by November 20, 2026. The committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled and will notify applicants of its employment decisions after the position is filled. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. The start date for this position is negotiable, but the desired start date is August 1, 2027. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.