Assistant Professor Operations Management Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Posting Information

Department

Department KFBS Academic - 330100

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 08/18/2026

Application Deadline

Application Deadline 10/23/2026

Open Until Filled No

Position Type

Position Type Permanent Faculty

Working Title

Working Title Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (Operations)

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research, and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts, and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work, and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation, and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development, and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant, and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers, and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life, and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, we think differently; and more importantly, we teach differently. Opening our doors as the Department of Commerce in 1919 and awarding our first degrees to 12 students in 1921 was the beginning. Today, we have become a top-ranked business school comprised of several professional and academic degree programs that serve over 3,000 students. At Kenan-Flagler, our greatest assets are our people and our culture. We are rooted in our core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation and impact, and it goes back to our founding. It’s not just something on paper, we live it, we show it. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of business leaders by providing a world class education to our students. We seek to recruit diverse, innovative, and exceptional talent to achieve this goal.

Position Summary

The Operations academic area within the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking to fill one or more tenure-track or tenured faculty positions with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Successful candidates will be both productive researchers as well as creative and effective teachers capable of contributing to the School’s Undergraduate, Master of Business Administration, Master of Accounting, Master of Science in Management, Ph.D., and Executive Development programs. Selected applicants are anticipated to teach and research in areas of Operations Management such as Supply Chain Management, Service Operations (e.g., Healthcare, Retail, etc.), Sustainability, Digital Operations, Business Analytics, and/or other related areas.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Positions require a doctorate (or foreign equivalent) granted, or nearly completed, in Operations Research, Operations Management, or a related field (e.g., Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, or Statistics) with research interests in Operations. Hired candidates with a doctorate can anticipate an initial appointment of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. Hired candidates with a doctorate nearly completed can anticipate an initial appointment of Instructor.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Successful applicants will have strong research skills and will be expected to publish in top-tier academic journals.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

• Applicants may view the job posting and follow the application process to be considered at: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/323949
• Applicants should submit their current curriculum vitae; one (1) research statement; one (1) teaching statement that includes a summary of teaching evaluations (if possible); one (1) sample research paper; and the names, institutions, email addresses and telephone numbers of a minimum of three (3), and a maximum of four (4), reference letter writers. At the time of hire, four (4) letters of recommendation must have been received for selected applicants.
• Reference letter writers will receive an email with instructions for submitting letters of recommendation through the recruitment system.
• Materials should be submitted electronically, but be addressed to: Operations Search Committee, Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Campus Box 3490, McColl Building, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3490.

Department Contact Telephone or Email

Department Contact Telephone or Email erin_mitchell@kenan-flagler.unc.edu

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919) 966-3576 or send an email to equalopportunity@unc.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Research Statement
• Teaching Philosophy/evaluations
• Writing/research Sample
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Other Document

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