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Assistant/Associate Professor, Fall 2021

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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Location
Tullahoma, TN

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Assistant/Associate Professor, Fall 2021

Location:
Tullahoma, TN
Open Date:
Oct 28, 2020
Description:

Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering: Programmatic area of Industrial and Systems Engineering  

Applications and nominations are invited for the position of a 9-month tenured or tenure-track Assistant/ Associate Professor in the Engineering Management (EM) Program under the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. IE/EM is a graduate program with shared oversight by ISE in Knoxville and the University of Tennessee Space Institute (UTSI) in Tullahoma, TN. The ISE Department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Industrial Engineering and MS and PhD degrees with an EM concentration. Currently, the Department has a total of 11 tenured or tenure track faculty members, including two located at UTSI. Available effective 08/01/21, this position will be based at UTSI in Tullahoma and will include a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications. For additional information about the Program, the Department, and the Institute, please visit web sites: https://www.utsi.edu/degree-programs/ , https://ise.utk.edu/  and https://www.utsi.edu/

The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a scholarly, externally funded, research program; to supervise graduate students; to develop and teach courses in the Industrial and Systems Engineering curriculum; and to provide service to the Institute, Department, University, and the profession.


Qualifications:

An earned doctorate in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Mathematics or a closely related field is required. The successful applicant will have strong problem-solving and communication skills and the ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment. A strong commitment to teaching excellence at the graduate level, the ability to attract external funding and publish in leading scholarly journals are expected. Candidates with expertise and interests in all areas of industrial and systems engineering will be considered, although Manufacturing Systems, Model-Based Systems Engineering, Systems Analytics, and Uncertainty Quantification are of particular interest.  


Application Instructions:

Individuals interested in applying should submit a letter of interest addressing qualifications, research interests and teaching interests; curriculum vitae; and the names and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Questions about the position should be directed to the EM Program Chair, Dr. Andrew Yu at ajyu@utk.edu.  Review of applications will begin on 11/15/20 and continue until the position is filled.

Organization

Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion

UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.

The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.

Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.

As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.

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