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The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for a Teaching Faculty I or II position. Candidates with substantial teaching and/or professional experience may be considered for appointment at the Teaching Faculty II level. We seek an outstanding educator with a strong passion for teaching, a demonstrated commitment to student success, and the ability to deliver high-quality instruction across the fundamental required courses in industrial engineering. The department's current list of required undergraduate-level courses can be found here. In addition, preference will be given to candidates who can teach in high-demand and forward-looking areas such as, but not limited to, applications of artificial intelligence in industrial engineering, engineering management, supply chain and logistics, and related emerging areas, as well as candidates with experience designing and delivering experiential, project-based, or practice-oriented learning courses.

Additional information:
The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is committed to providing an exceptional educational experience that prepares students to address complex challenges at the intersection of engineering, people, data, and business. The department offers a broad and rigorous curriculum that equips students with strong analytical, systems-thinking, and data-driven decision-making skills applicable across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, finance, public service, and technology. Through high-quality instruction, experiential and project-based learning, student advising, and engagement with faculty and industry-relevant problems, the department strives to support student success and prepare graduates for leadership and impact in a wide range of careers. As part of a highly ranked program with a strong commitment to our education mission, UW-Madison ISyE offers an exciting and collaborative environment for teaching professors who are passionate about innovation in engineering education and shaping the next generation of industrial and systems engineers.

• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties

• May make presentations to faculty and to staff members on instructional programs and techniques (for Teaching Faculty level II)

• Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed

• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy

• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements

• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading

• Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance

College of Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering (ISyE)

The starting salary for the position is $70,000 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. Please review thesummary of benefitsfor more information.

Required Qualifications:

• The ability to deliver high-quality instruction across the fundamental required courses in industrial engineering

• 1 year of experience in engineering instruction or working with engineering students at the college level

Preference will be given to candidates who can teach in high-demand and forward-looking areas such as, but not limited to, applications of artificial intelligence in industrial engineering, engineering management, supply chain and logistics, and related emerging areas, as well as candidates with experience designing and delivering experiential, project-based, or practice-oriented learning courses.

The candidate's years of experience and professional accomplishments will be commensurate with the title. Teaching Faculty II candidates must possess teaching experience.

Required: PhD in Industrial Engineering or a related field.

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Application materials needed: (1) Cover letter; (2) CV; (3) Teaching statement; (4) List of names and contact Information of three letters of reference; (5) (Optional) Sample teaching materials and student evaluations.

Important: The application has only one attachment field. Upload the following documents in that field, either as a single combined file or as multiple files in the same upload area.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is August 1, 2026; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

Dave Kantor, Department Administrator, dkantor@wisc.edu

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