Lecturer

Position Summary

The Department of Management in the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track faculty position at the lecturer level, beginning August 2025. The teaching load is eight courses per academic year. The position is renewable based on performance and promotion to Senior Lecturer is possible after six years of service.

We seek individuals who can provide high quality instruction at the undergraduate and MBA levels within the supply chain and operations management area with broad teaching interests in operations management, supply chain, supply chain analytics, service operations, project management, and other operations/supply chain topics, as needed. The successful candidate will also be proactively involved in departmental service and undergraduate or master student mentoring. The candidate will serve as a link between academics and Operations and Supply Chain in practice. This may include activities such as consulting, business professional organizations, or other material interaction with outside entities.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a full vita, a teaching statement, and contact information for three references (including email addresses). The department will reach out to your references at the appropriate time in the process. No additional materials will be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position can be directed to the search committee chair, Troy Montgomery ( tmont@uga.edu ).

Posting Details

Posting Number

F2066P

Working Title

Lecturer

Department

Terry-Management

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The University of Georgia is the first public-chartered university in the nation and the Terry College is the state’s flagship business school, with undergraduate, full-time MBA, professional MBA, and executive MBA programs consistently ranked among the top-20 public universities. Terry College moved into brand new, state-of-the-art buildings (the Terry Business Learning Community or BLC ) in 2017. To learn more about the University, College, Department, and specific programs, please visit http://www.terry.uga.edu/academics/offices/management.

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

08/14/2024

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Lecturer

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Lecturer

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Terminal or Master’s degree in the discipline (See Additional Requirements).

Additional Requirements

If not terminally degree qualified, at a minimum, a Master’s degree with 5 or more years of private- or public-sector work experience in service operations, supply chain and operations management or related areas is required. Candidates with a master’s degree must document exceptional accomplishments in service operations, supply chain and operations management or a related area and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire. One or more years of teaching experience in the form of classroom instruction or corporate training and development is preferred. Evidence of successful teaching experience or corporate training is required in the form of student surveys/evaluations, peer evaluations, or annual reviews; research is not a consideration.

For information regarding the requirements for each faculty rank, please see the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion of Lecturers ( https://provost.uga.edu/policies/appointment-promotion-and-tenure/guidelines-for-appointment-and-promotion-of-lecturers/ ).

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Candidates with a Ph.D. in Operations and Supply Chain Management discipline, or related areas, from an AACSB accredited institution or international equivalent are preferred.

One or more years of teaching experience in the form of classroom instruction or corporate training and development is preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
4. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents