Teach various undergraduate courses on Supply Chain Management, Business ERP and Information Systems, and Global Business. Courses may include Supply Chain Management, Continuous Improvement, and Global Business topics, with responsibilities in both in-person and online formats. Teaching may occasionally include large auditorium settings with up to 350 students.
Engage in curriculum development and support experiential learning opportunities for students within the department.
Actively bring industry insights and professional contacts to enhance student learning experiences and career outcomes.
Mentor students, especially in preparation for competitions and involvement in registered student organizations related to supply chain management.
Contribute to departmental meetings and participate in broader college initiatives.
Conduct research in support of the WMU-SCM program and the WMU-SCM Center for Supply Chain Management's academic missions.
Applicants should have a proven record of successfully developing and delivering engaging course content, particularly in supply chain management, information systems, and global business studies. The successful candidate will demonstrate a solid commitment to teaching, applied research, and a collaborative approach to working within academic and industry partnerships.
Short Job Description:
Ph.D. in a relevant field, such as Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Organizational Change Leadership, or related disciplines from an accredited institution.
Research and teaching experiencefocusing on the intersection of AI and SCM processes and strategy implementation.
Teaching experience in business information systems, supply chain, and global studies at a university level, including instructor and curriculum developer roles.
Proven success teaching diverse groups of students, including non-native English speakers, with consistently positive student evaluations.
Demonstrated experience with mentoring and supporting students' academic and career growth through interactive lectures, group projects, and case studies.
One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.