Assistant Professor of Supply Chain and Operations Management

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Working Title:

Assistant Professor of Supply Chain and Operations Management

Institution:

Metropolitan State University

Classification Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

MPLS - Minneapolis Campus

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$64,066.00 - $186,015.00

Job Description

Metro State University, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is seeking to hire an Assistant Professor of Supply Chain and Operations Management. This is a full-time probationary (tenure-track) position within the Marketing, Supply Chain Operations, and International Business Department and will start on August 18, 2025.

Responsibilities

Faculty members are expected to:

• Demonstrate the ability to teach Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Project Management, and/or Business or Supply Chain Analytics courses effectively to a post-traditional student population and contribute to meaningful assessment of student learning. 
• Engage in scholarly activity, creative achievement, and/or research.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study.
• Contribute to student growth and development through advising and assistance.
• Engage in service to the university and community.
• Demonstrate a commitment to serving a diverse student body by delivering a student-centered education and using approaches that support equitable outcomes for all students.
• Provide excellent learning environments through in-person, online, hybrid, and/or HyFlex course modalities.

Minimum Qualifications

• A completed terminal degree in the specified discipline(s). (Ph.D. or DBA) from a regionally accredited institution in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or closely related academic field from an AACSB, ACBSP, or equivalently accredited school. ABDs with expected completion by August 15, 2025 will also be considered.
• Demonstrated interest in faculty position that prioritizes teaching and emphasizes teaching excellence.
• A plan for scholarly activity, creative achievement, and/or research in the specified discipline(s), or related disciplines.
• Effective communication skills (written & verbal) to communicate with a variety of persons and groups.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with students and colleagues who are culturally, economically, and linguistically diverse.
• Specific Technical, Computer, and/or Software skills (as needed). 

Preferred Qualification 

• Two years of experience of teaching multi-modal (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, HyFlex, online asynchronous, online synchronous) courses at post-secondary education in supply chain management, operations management, or project management
• Demonstrated experience in AI techniques, including teaching and research in machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning, and large language models
• Demonstrated experience using technology-driven teaching methods (e.g., simulations, case studies, hands-on labs) 
• Demonstrated experience in incorporating appropriate software to teach courses such as Python, R, Excel, SAS, SAP, or MS Project. 
• Demonstrated experience in developing relationships with industry.
• Membership and participation with professional organizations like ASCM, CSCMP, ISM, and PMI.
• Minimum of one publication in a refereed journal related to supply chain management, operations management, or project management in the past 5 years. 
• Proficiency in STEM pedagogy 
• Demonstrated effectiveness teaching at a post-secondary level

• Experience developing course curricula at a post-secondary institution.
• Demonstrated contributions to assessment of student learning at a post-secondary institution.
• Professional development and/or expertise in culturally responsive pedagogy, anti-racist pedagogy, and/or universal design.
• Experience as an academic advisor for students at post-secondary institution.

Other Requirements

Notice: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.

About

Metro State University empowers learners to transform their lives and communities through relevant, student-centered education in an inclusive, anti-racist, and supportive learning environment.

Metro State University provides an excellent, inclusive, and engaging education to eliminate opportunity gaps and empower our students to lead our communities to a prosperous and equitable future. The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters, and applied doctoral degrees. We provide accessible, high quality liberal arts, professional, and graduate education with continued emphasis on marginalized groups, including adult learners. Metro State is a five-time recipient of the Insight into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, most recently in 2023. Federally recognized as a Minority Serving Institution, its employees serve more than 9,000 post-traditional learners, two-thirds of whom identify as belonging to communities of color or American Indian nations, are first in their family to attend college, and/or are eligible for Pell Grants. Since we do not operate residential facilities, Metro State University students all commute to class locations across the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, or take their courses wherever they are through our many distance-learning and hybrid course offerings, allowing Metro State to truly be “where learning meets living.” Metropolitan State is recognized by CollegeNet as a leading higher education promoter of social mobility for students (Ranked # 31 out of 1,206 in 2024). Recognized in 2008 and 2016 by the Carnegie Foundation for Community Engagement, the university is committed to academic excellence and community engagement through curriculum, teaching, scholarship, and services designed to support an urban mission. As a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Metro State University actively works to achieve the Equity 2030 goal of the system, with initiatives to close disparities among student groups that focus on academic programs, policies and procedures, and effective student support. In addition, equity and anti-racism strategies are focused on building an inclusive and welcoming campus climate, hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and developing our capacity to serve students in a culturally responsive manner. The university is finalizing a new strategic plan, with the draft goal of enhancing its legacy of student success by becoming the region’s premier institution for high-quality, accessible, and equitable education, promoting social mobility and community engagement.

Visit the Metro State University website to learn more about the university, our programs, and our students. Learn more about Minnesota State Colleges and Universities at their website.

Description of College: The College of Business and Management (CBM), located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a catalyst for positive change, a beacon of hope, and an institution promoting lifelong learning where learners become passionate citizens and ethical leaders capable of transforming their communities. The College transforms lives by providing equitable access to a high-quality, affordable business education. With a commitment to inclusion and civic engagement, we engage our diverse learners in acquiring skills and knowledge required to evolve organizations. The College hosts five departments that serve approximately 2,300 full-time and part-time students with 33 tenured and tenure track faculty, 129 community or adjunct faculty, 9 academic advising staff, and five staff. 

• Programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.
• Small average class sizes offer a highly interactive and personal learning environment
• Courses offered at multiple sites throughout the Twin Cities, in multiple delivery modes, in-person, online, hybrid, and/or HyFlex, supporting the fast-paced and demanding schedules of today’s business students
• Tremendously diverse student body along racial and ethnic, age, and experience

The Department: 

There are three major disciplines in this department – Marketing, Supply Chain and Operations Management, and International Business – represent a significant part of an organization’s daily operations. The department is comprised of 8 Resident Faculty members. Separately, each of these three disciplines focuses on a unique set of skills and knowledge that are critical in today’s business environment. Whether pursing a degree in marketing, supply chain and operations management, or international business, our graduates are prepared to create value in any industry from manufacturing and retailing to advertising and marketing agencies, or to global business entities of every type.   

Please note: Filling of this position is dependent upon budget.

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Salary: Salary is commensurate with education and experience and is determined by the salary placement process as outlined in the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) Master Agreement.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) which can be found at on the Minnesota State Employee and Labor Relations website.

For the most current information on the Inter Faculty Organization, go to www.ifo.org

Application: To apply, go to https://www.metrostate.edu/about/employment

*To comply with privacy and data practices requirements, please refrain from including personal information or photographs in your application materials.

Application Deadline: Open until filled with priority consideration date of  January 8th, 2025 at 12:01 AM.

Qualified applicants are required to attach the following documents to their online application: 

• Cover letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position;
• Current curriculum vita or resume;
• A statement of your teaching philosophy and examples of teaching effectiveness, particularly as it relates to equity and anti-racist pedagogy (limit 2 pages);
• Names of four (4) references with addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers; at least two (2) of the references must be able to address teaching effectiveness; and
• Transcripts - Valid unofficial copies of your transcript showing conferred/awarded date of your highest attained degree, with your name and the academic institution’s name/logo are required. If doctoral study is in progress at the time of application, submit the most recent transcript showing your course of study and progress to date. We are not able to accept copy/paste word documents with a list of courses/grades. If selected for hire, official original transcripts will be required.
• Additional materials may be requested at a later date.

If you have other questions related to this job announcement, please contact Human Resources at 651.793.1275 or email at hrrecruiting@metrostate.edu

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Metro State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

The university provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

08-18-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

11-27-2024

Close Date:

07-31-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Shanel A Carter

Posting Contact Email:

kn3451ii@minnstate.edu