Nebraska
Lecturer or Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Supply Chain Managemen
Nebraska, Kearney, Nebraska, United States, 68847
University of Nebraska at Kearney
Job Summary:
The Department of Marketing, Agribusiness, and Supply Chain Management at the University of Nebraska at Kearney is seeking a Lecturer or Tenure‑Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management position that will begin in August 2026. The position focuses on championing the department’s highly successful Supply Chain Management (SCM) program. Candidates should have expertise in SCM, the ability to teach multiple areas related to the discipline, and a commitment to excellence in teaching, experiential learning, and collaboration with industry partners to enhance student opportunities. Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in SCM, participating in internal and external service activities, and advising students. Tenure‑track appointments require scholarly research and publication related to SCM; Lecturers have a teaching load of four classes per semester with no scholarship requirement and must complete a doctorate in SCM or an SCM‑related field within five years of hire. Additional responsibilities may include advising and mentoring students, supporting student recruitment, leading the student‑run SCM organization, and building industry relationships beneficial to the program.
Job Responsibilities: SCM Lecturer or Tenure‑Track Assistant or Associate Professor is expected to perform the following responsibilities:
Teach a full‑time course load. Primary teaching areas include Fundamentals of SCM; other potential areas include Negotiations, Materials Management and Purchasing, Transportation and Logistics, and other upper‑division courses as needed. Delivery may be in‑classroom and online.
Engage in internal and external service activities, develop and maintain SCM program relations with industry employers, and organize on‑campus SCM student activities (career fair, socials, bus field trips, case competition, and program fundraising).
Advise students and serve as faculty advisor for the SCM student organization.
Pursue professional development.
For tenure‑track appointments: conduct scholarly research and publish related to the SCM discipline.
Required Qualifications: Tenure‑Track Assistant or Associate Professor
PhD or DBA in an SCM‑related field from an AACSB‑accredited institution. All but dissertation (ABD) may be considered if completion is expected by May 2027.
Minimum of five years of verifiable recent and relevant U.S.‑based industry experience in an SCM‑related area of responsibility.
College teaching experience with proven excellence.
Proven ability to conduct high‑quality research and a strong publication record.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience building relationships with potential employers and other external stakeholders.
Required Qualifications: Lecturer
MBA or master’s degree in an SCM‑related field from an AACSB‑accredited institution with a commitment to complete a doctorate in SCM or an SCM‑related field within five years of hire.
Minimum of five years of verifiable recent and relevant U.S.‑based industry experience in an SCM‑related area of responsibility.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven experience 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 industry fundraising experience.
Proven experience organizing and leading program‑related student activities.
Additional Information: Applications received by November 12, 2025 will receive full consideration. 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 Dr. Tim Burkink (burkinktj@unk.edu). Direct questions about the online application process to (308) 865‑8516 or employment@unk.edu.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Nebraska 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, or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNK is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Job Responsibilities: SCM Lecturer or Tenure‑Track Assistant or Associate Professor is expected to perform the following responsibilities:
Teach a full‑time course load. Primary teaching areas include Fundamentals of SCM; other potential areas include Negotiations, Materials Management and Purchasing, Transportation and Logistics, and other upper‑division courses as needed. Delivery may be in‑classroom and online.
Engage in internal and external service activities, develop and maintain SCM program relations with industry employers, and organize on‑campus SCM student activities (career fair, socials, bus field trips, case competition, and program fundraising).
Advise students and serve as faculty advisor for the SCM student organization.
Pursue professional development.
For tenure‑track appointments: conduct scholarly research and publish related to the SCM discipline.
Required Qualifications: Tenure‑Track Assistant or Associate Professor
PhD or DBA in an SCM‑related field from an AACSB‑accredited institution. All but dissertation (ABD) may be considered if completion is expected by May 2027.
Minimum of five years of verifiable recent and relevant U.S.‑based industry experience in an SCM‑related area of responsibility.
College teaching experience with proven excellence.
Proven ability to conduct high‑quality research and a strong publication record.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience building relationships with potential employers and other external stakeholders.
Required Qualifications: Lecturer
MBA or master’s degree in an SCM‑related field from an AACSB‑accredited institution with a commitment to complete a doctorate in SCM or an SCM‑related field within five years of hire.
Minimum of five years of verifiable recent and relevant U.S.‑based industry experience in an SCM‑related area of responsibility.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven experience 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 industry fundraising experience.
Proven experience organizing and leading program‑related student activities.
Additional Information: Applications received by November 12, 2025 will receive full consideration. 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 Dr. Tim Burkink (burkinktj@unk.edu). Direct questions about the online application process to (308) 865‑8516 or employment@unk.edu.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Nebraska 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, or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNK is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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