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Wayne State University · 23 hours ago

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

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

Wayne State University is a premier public urban research university located in Detroit, Michigan, seeking an experienced Instructor/Assistant Professor for its Department of Global Supply Chain Management. The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in supply chain management, managing student assessments, and engaging in departmental service activities.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementTeaching ExperienceCurriculum DevelopmentArtificial IntelligenceIndustry ExperienceCollaboration with IndustryAdvising Student OrganizationsLeading Outreach ProgramsStudy Abroad ProgramsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoring Students

Required

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

Preferred

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

Company

Wayne State University

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A premier research university serving a diverse body of motivated students in vibrant Midtown, the cultural center of Detroit.

Founded in 1868

Detroit, mi, US

5001-10000 employees

https://wayne.edu/

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