Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management

Position Overview

The Department of Management and Supply Chain at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) in Johnson City, Tennessee, invites applications for a 9‐month academic, tenure‐track Assistant Professor position in Supply Chain Management. The position may begin in Fall 2025, Spring 2026, or Fall 2026, depending on candidate availability and departmental needs.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to teach, conduct high‐quality logistics and supply chain management research, and actively engage in institutional, professional, and community service activities, including student recruitment and continuous program improvement. We welcome candidates committed to building strong community relationships that support student success and provide valuable opportunities for experiential learning and career development.

ETSU is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students, highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs, and a commitment to community engagement. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, ETSU values teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach supply chain management courses in both online and in‐person formats.
• Conduct high‐quality research and maintain a robust research agenda.
• Engage in institutional, professional, and community service activities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance student learning.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous program improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or DBA in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Decision Sciences, or a closely related field from an AACSB‐accredited business school, to be completed by the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated potential for scholarly research with high‑quality publications or a clearly defined, active research agenda.
• Proven or strong potential for teaching supply chain management courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, in online and in‐person formats.
• Experience in curriculum development or improvement.
• Experience integrating emerging technologies (e.g., AI, simulation platforms) into teaching environments.
• Relevant professional or industry experience.
• Experience contributing to program innovation or interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Commitment or potential to contribute to service at the university, college, department, and professional levels.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid time off & leave
• Paid holidays
• Health and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Access to University facilities and services

The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary, offering a full range of benefits and programs designed to support your personal and professional life.