University of Chicago

Professor of Operations Management

University of Chicago$100K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD or equivalent in Operations Management, Operations Research, Management Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience in a tenure-track role at a major research university.
  • Demonstrated outstanding research abilities.
  • Commitment to excellence in teaching operations management at the MBA level.
  • Strong publication record in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct innovative research in Operations Management.
  • Teach operations management courses at the MBA level.
  • Supervise graduate student research and development.
  • Participate in departmental and university service activities.
  • Engage with industry partners for collaborative research opportunities.

Benefits

  • Tenured position offering job security and academic freedom.
  • Access to a vibrant research community at a prestigious institution.
  • Opportunities for professional development and networking.
  • Participation in conferences and seminars.
Full Job Description
Description

The Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago is seeking to appoint an outstanding scholar to a tenured position in Operations Management, beginning in the 2026-27 academic year.

Qualifications

Applications are invited from individuals who have a PhD (or equivalent) in Operations Management, Operations Research, Management Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field and have experience on the tenure-track at a major research university. Successful candidates will have outstanding research abilities and will be committed to achieving excellence in teaching operations management at the MBA level.

Each candidate should submit a curriculum vitae, all publications and working papers, course evaluations from prior teaching, a research statement and the names of five scholars willing to evaluate the candidate's ability, research and teaching.

Application Instructions

We will start formally reviewing applications on December 1, 2025and strongly encourage you to complete your application by then.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email [email protected] with their request.

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