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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b style="">Instructor or Assistant Professor of Practice</b><b></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="display:none">Top of Form</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="display:none">Bottom of Form</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Department of Supply Chain Management & Analytics
(SCMA) houses the undergraduate and master’s programs in Supply Chain
Management and the master’s programs in Decision Analytics. The department
actively engages with local, national, and international professional
associations and collaborates with industry partners through student
initiatives and research projects.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The department recently launched the only Bachelor of
Science in Supply Chain Management program in the Commonwealth of Virginia. We
also continue to offer a Master of Supply Chain Management degree and oversee
the School of Business’s coursework in Analytics. The department currently
consists of ten full-time faculty members. For more information about the
department and its programs, visit the <a href="https://business.vcu.edu/academics/supply-chain-management-and-analytics/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><b>Department
Website</b></a>. A full list of SCMA coursework is available in the <a href="https://bulletin.vcu.edu/azcourses/scma/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><b>VCU Bulletin</b></a>.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Duties & Responsibilities:</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Tenure-ineligible faculty members focus primarily on the
undergraduate programs, with potential opportunities at the graduate level.
Courses are offered during the fall and spring semesters at VCU’s Monroe Park
Campus. Below are the primary responsibilities associated with this position:</p><ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Teach
four courses (12 credit hours) per semester at the undergraduate or
graduate level.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Contribute
to departmental and university service, including committee work, student
mentoring, recruitment activities, and industry engagement.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Develop
and refine courses to align with industry needs and best practices.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Engage
with industry professionals through applied projects, case studies, and
guest lectures.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Provide
academic and career mentorship to students, including advising on industry
trends, certifications, internships, and career pathways.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Incorporate
innovative teaching methods, including online, hybrid, and experiential
learning approaches, to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Assist
with program assessment, accreditation reporting, and continuous
improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with AACSB or other
accreditation standards.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Support
and advise student organizations related to supply chain management,
analytics, or operations, fostering industry connections and professional
development.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Optional:
Participate in supplemental summer teaching and executive education
assignments.</li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Minimum Qualifications: </b></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Instructor
of Practice Rank: Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations
Management, Business Analytics, or related field, or, Assistant Professor
of Practice (non tenure-track) Rank: Terminal degree (PhD, DBA, etc.)
Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Analytics, or
related field.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Proficiency
in instructional technology, Learning Management Systems, and familiarity
with analytical tools.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ability
and willingness to teach a range of courses currently offered by the
department.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Experience
in global supply chain management, sustainability, or digital supply chain
transformation.</li>
</ul><ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Demonstrated
participation in activities including one or more of the following:</li>
<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">presentations
to academic and professional audiences,</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">serving
on boards of directors of organizations whose work is related to the
mission of the School of Business,</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">serving
in a leadership role in professional associations,</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">attending
continuing professional education events, or</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">maintaining
professional licenses and certifications.</li>
</ul>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Demonstrated
ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism,
and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all
backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member
at VCU</li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Demonstrated
industry engagement experience, such as collaborating with corporate
partners, running executive education programs, coordinating or developing
initiatives within an academic setting.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Experience
in organizing industry-facing or student-facing events, including business
meetings, networking events, panel discussions, or conferences.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Relevant
industry experience and/or professional certifications (e.g., APICS CPIM,
CSCP, CPSM, PMP, Six Sigma, CAP, etc.).</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Experience
with ERP/MPC Systems, Python, R, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or other relevant
industry software.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Proven
ability to manage and deliver multiple courses per semester.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Experience
in developing new courses or enhancing existing curricula.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Interest
in opportunities for summer teaching and executive education, subject to
availability and departmental needs.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Proven
ability or strong potential to secure external funding through grants,
corporate partnerships, or industry collaborations.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Active
participation or leadership in relevant professional organizations (e.g.,
ISM, ASCM, CSCMP, INFORMS) at the local, regional, or national level.</li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Application Process:</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Candidates should upload their application that includes: a
cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and the names
and e-mail addresses of four references. Reference letters will be requested by
the search committee only for the short-listed candidates. Only complete
applications that meet the required qualifications will be considered. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small">Apply here: <a href="https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/1212/aw/applicationForm/initApplication.asp?lJobID=45001736&sLanguage=en-us&sSourcePointer=aw&lJobSourceTypeID=796">https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/1212/aw/applicationForm/initApplication.asp?lJobID=45001736&sLanguage=en-us&sSourcePointer=aw&lJobSourceTypeID=796</a></span><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Review
of applications will start immediately, and will continue until filled. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">For
additional information, please contact search committee chair Jason Merrick
(<a href="mailto:jrmerric@vcu.edu">jrmerric@vcu.edu</a>).</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Additional Information:</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">All full-time university faculty are eligible for VCU’s
robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid
leave and holiday leave, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred
annuity and cash match programs, generous tuition benefit, employee discounts,
well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and more.
Learn more about VCU’s benefits <a href="https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/faculty-benefits/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><b>here</b></a>.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity
employer.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Salary Range: </b>$100,000 - $135,000</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>FLSA Exemption Status:</b> Exempt</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>ORP Eligible: </b>Yes</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Flexible Work Arrangement: </b>Hybrid</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Rank: </b>Instructor</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Tenure: </b>Ineligible</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>Months: </b>9 months</p><p class="gmail-p1" style="margin:0px;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:12px;line-height:normal;font-family:Helvetica;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><br></p></div><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div>Jason R. W. Merrick</div><div>Professor, Supply Chain Management and Analytics</div><div>School of Business</div><div>Virginia Commonwealth University</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>