Lecturer, Assistant or Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management

The Department of Marketing, Agribusiness, and Supply Chain Management at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is seeking a Lecturer or a Tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management (SCM), depending upon credentials and experience, to begin August 2025. Lecturer candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, and external stakeholder relationship building.  Tenure Track candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, scholarship, student retention and success, and external stakeholder relationship building.

Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of SCM is expected to perform the following responsibilities:

• Teaching a full-time course load. Primary teaching areas include Supply Chain and Operations Management; other potential areas of teaching include Negotiations, Materials Management and Purchasing, Transportation and Logistics, and other upper-division courses as necessary to meet the needs of the program. Conducting scholarly research in SCM and related areas that leads to publication in quality peer-reviewed journals Engaging in internal and external service activities, including developing SCM program relations with industry employers, and organizing on-campus SCM student activities (career fair, socials, bus field trips, case competition, and SCM program fund raising) Advising students and working with the SCM student organization Pursuing professional development

Lecturer of SCM is expected to perform the following responsibilities:

• Teaching a full-time course load. Primary teaching areas include Supply Chain and Operations Management; other potential areas of teaching include Negotiations, Materials Management and Purchasing, Transportation and Logistics, and other upper-division courses as necessary to meet the needs of the program. Engaging in internal and external service activities, including developing SCM program relations with industry employers, and organizing on-campus SCM student activities (career fair, socials, bus field trips, case competition, and SCM program fund raising) Advising students and working with the SCM student organization Pursuing professional development

Required Qualifications: Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor:

• Ph.D. or DBA in an SCM-related field. All but dissertation (ABD) will be considered if successful program completion is expected by May 2026. College teaching experience with proven teaching excellence

• Proven ability to conduct high-quality research and quality publication history

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proven experience in building relationships with potential employers and other external stakeholders

Required Qualifications: Lecturer

• MBA degree and three years of SCM-related work experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proven experience in building relationships with potential employers and other external stakeholders

  Preferred Qualifications:  Lecturer, Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor

• University-level teaching experience Online teaching experience Proven experience leading a student organization Proven program fund-raising experience Proven experience in organizing and leading on-campus, program-related student activities

Start Date: August 2025.

Competitive salary and benefits.

Applications received by November 1, 2024 will receive full consideration. To apply, visit UNK Employment Opportunities and follow instructions to complete the online faculty application.

In addition, attach a letter of application, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references to the online application. Direct questions about this position to: Sri Seshadri, seshadris@unk.edu. Direct questions about the online application process to (308) 865-8522 or employment@unk.edu

The College: 

The College of Business & Technology (CBT) has over 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The CBT business division in which the Supply Chain Management program is housed is accredited by AACSB International, and the CBT technology division also has several accreditations. CBT is dedicated to providing student-centered educational opportunities, including experiential learning. Students gain knowledge in the classroom and experience in the field. Each division offers a unique opportunity for our students to experience our high-touch, high-impact, high-engagement mission, keeping students connected to the experiences and networks that will lead to a career of your choice.

The University:

The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is responsive to University issues which support a diverse work and academic environment.  UNK does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. This policy is applicable to all University administered programs including educational programs, financial aid, admission policies and employment policies.

UNK is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. UNK affirms a policy of equal educational and employment opportunities, affirmative action in employment and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. UNK employees, students and others associated with the university who have not received the benefits of these policies, are encouraged to contact the Chief Compliance Officer/ADA Coordinator.