Job SummaryThe School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Purdue University seeks to attract exceptional candidates with interests and expertise in the following areas: Logistics and Supply Networks/ Systems Engineering (including Human-AI teaming, Healthcare, and Cyber-Physical)/Advanced Manufacturing/Operations Research. In particular, we welcome candidates whose research has a significant intersection of these areas with computational aspects, including Simulation methodology, Optimization methodology, Digital Twins, Machine Learning and numerical methods.
Successful candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree in industrial engineering, operations research, systems engineering, operations management, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, statistics, or a related field by the employment start date and demonstrate potential to build an independent research program, as well as potential to educate and mentor students. The successful candidate will conduct original research, advise graduate students, teach undergraduate and graduate level courses, and perform service at the School, College, and University levels.
School and CollegeNew faculty members will become part of a vibrant community of scholars who are committed to Rethinking IE and helping guide the profession to impact societal grand challenges of the 21st century. The School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University is making significant investments in advancing the frontiers of next generation information engineering and data analytics, systems science, cognition and decision-making, and manufacturing of products and services.
The School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University is ranked 2nd in undergraduate programs, 6th in graduate programs, and 1st for its online MS program according to the latest USNWR rankings. The School is an integral part of Purdue’s College of Engineering. Purdue Engineering is one of the largest and top-ranked engineering colleges in the nation and renowned for top-notch faculty, students, unique research facilities, and a culture of collegiality and persistent pursuit of pre-eminence. According to the latest US News and World Report’s disciplinary graduate program rankings, Purdue Engineering has 3 disciplines ranked in the top 5 in the country and 10 in the top 10. Purdue Engineering as a whole is ranked 3rd for online graduate engineering programs, 6th for graduate programs. For three years running, Purdue is ranked by the USPTO as No.2 University campus in the US in terms of annual number of US patents issued, and nearly 70% of those patents come from Purdue Engineering. The College Vision for 2030 is guiding strategic growth in new directions, by investing in people, exciting initiatives, and facilities.
Application ProcessTo apply, please submit application to this site including (1) cover letter, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) teaching plan, (4) research plan, and (5) names and contact information for at least four references. The search committee may contact references to request letters. For information/questions regarding applications, contact the Office of Academic Affairs, College of Engineering, at coeacademicaffairs@purdue.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 13, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required for employment in this position.
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