Job Description

The Management Department of the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University invites applications for a faculty position in Operations and Supply Chain Management to support and strengthen the school's commitment to Operational Excellence (OE). The position provides a unique opportunity to engage with the school's Shingo Institute, a global leader in promoting OE that is establishing a position of leadership in academic and practitioner research and executive education. The position will receive ample resources to support the development and maintenance of programs of excellence in both teaching and research. The position begins in Fall 2025.


Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate, graduate, and Executive Education courses in Operations and Supply Chain Management and Operational Excellence.
• Develop a high-quality research program that serves the academic and/or practitioner communities in Operational Excellence.
• Mentor and/or otherwise engage with undergraduate and graduate students.
• Provide service to the department, school, and university.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for Assistant, Associate or Full Professor: This is an academic year (nine-month), tenure track position:

• Ph.D. in Operations/Supply Chain Management. Current Ph.D. students with anticipated completion by June 30, 2025, are also encouraged to apply, as are those with a background in Healthcare Operations.
• Evidence of potential for teaching and research excellence.
• Evidence, as appropriate, of commitment to student mentoring/focus or other indicators of commitment to student engagement

Minimum Qualifications for Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Practice: This is a twelve-month, non tenure-track position:

• Ph.D. and a minimum of 10 years of industry experience in Operational Excellence, preferably including executive level experience and/or experience in Healthcare Operations.
• Evidence of potential for teaching excellence.
• Evidence of potential for excellence developing research that serves the practitioner community in Operational Excellence.

Minimum Qualifications for Lecturer, Senior Lecturer: This is a twelve-month, non tenure-track position:

• Masters degree and a minimum of 10 years of industry experience in Operational Excellence, preferably including executive level experience and/or experience in Healthcare Operations.
• Evidence of potential for teaching excellence.
• Evidence of potential for excellence developing research that serves the practitioner community in Operational Excellence.

Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
• Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile. Letters of Recommendation will be requested from the references of the final candidates. Please make sure you have a valid email address entered for each of your references.
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**


Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA
Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.



University Highlights
Faculty in the Huntsman School of Business are also expected to provide leadership in their respective programs and to make meaningful contributions to the academic and professional communities. The salary is competitive and based on the candidates qualifications and experience. Summer teaching, research grants, and other opportunities for extra service compensation may also be available. An excellent benefits package includes TIAA/CREF retirement programs, life, medical, dental, and disability insurance.

We believe that the best leaders dream big, prepare, take risks, create value, and give back. The Huntsman School provides unique learning experiences that develop these characteristics, preparing students to become leaders who leave the world better than they found it.

We started as the first business school in the West and have a proud legacy, but were not done yet. We strive each year to "Dare Mighty Things," to honor the Huntsman name by putting our students first and developing programs that align with values such as ethical leadership and entrepreneurial spirit. We see successful outcomes of this approach in the lives of our students and alumni every day. We invite you to become a part of our aspirational journey.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USUs main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institutes 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.

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To apply, visit https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/8114/tenure-track-assistant-associate-professor-or-non-tenuretrack-senior-practitioner/job?in_iframe=1

Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov

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