Assistant Professor (Teaching-Focused) (Supply Chain & Operations Management) (107287-0323)

Indefinite position, 36.5hrs per week (1.0 FTE)

WMG is the largest department at the University of Warwick with over 800 staff, world renowned for providing innovative solutions to industry through its research, development and education programmes. Our industry focussed education portfolio includes nearly 3,000 students studying management, technology and applied engineering subjects, at postgraduate and undergraduate level. We have high expectations for our teaching and our courses are regularly ranked top in the UK and amongst the leading courses in their field in the world.

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor with an academic or professional track-record in the field of Supply Chain and Operations Management. You will join our Supply Chain & Trade Discipline Group focussed on delivering a broad range of high quality of teaching in the areas of supply chain, operations and international trade. The successful candidate will hold significant professional or academic experience of Supply Chain and Operations Management. Experience of topics such as sustainable supply chain management, the circular economy, logistics and operations management, supply chain digitisation and data analytics would be advantageous.

For roles at Assistant Professor level the successful candidate will hold a doctorate, or equivalent professional qualification alongside a postgraduate degree, and have experience of teaching in a higher education context.

This role is on the University of Warwick Teaching Career Pathway, providing opportunities for advancement up to and including Professor level. This is an education focussed appointment and we are looking for candidates who can demonstrate experience of teaching in higher education and a passion for impactful education and positive student outcomes. Candidates with a track record in research outputs but limited educational experience are unlikely to be shortlisted for this role.

There is significant growth in demand for our education programmes and this is an exciting opportunity for you to develop your professional profile and work as part of a world- renowned education group. In return we will provide a great range of benefits which includes membership of the USS pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas closure, and excellent learning and development opportunities.

For an informal conversation about this role contact Dr. Rebecca Wilde, Discipline Group Lead (Rebecca.Wilde@warwick.ac.uk).

Interview Date: w/c 15th or 22nd May 2023

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the Apply button.

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