[Logprofs] Non-tenure track Faculty Position (Global Supply Chain Management)

[Chao Wu]

Instructor /Assistant Professor – Teaching in Global Supply Chain Management (Non-tenure track)

The Department of Global Supply Chain Management in the Mike Ilitch School of Business at Wayne State University is seeking to fill a non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor – Teaching, beginning Fall 2026.

Candidates are expected to teach four undergraduate or graduate supply chain management courses per semester (Fall and Winter), manage assessments, monitor student progress using the Learning Management System (Canvas), and maintain and update curriculum to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with course and program competencies. Instruction may be delivered in classroom, online, and/or hybrid formats. Additional teaching opportunities are usually available in Spring/Summer semesters.

The selected candidate will teach courses related to quality and production planning offered in the school’s Undergrad, MBA or M.S. programs.  Other classes may include procurement, logistics, operations, ERP systems, supply chain analytics, lean, manufacturing processes, and customs.  The candidates may also be involved in teaching in the existing and new executive education programs.  The chosen candidate would also be expected to work on the job and internship placement efforts for students by helping with networking and general assistance. The successful candidate may also be working on various SCM Program development initiatives. The selected candidate is also expected to be an actively engaged member of the department and the Mike Ilitch School of Business community, taking on service responsibilities in the form of committee roles, taking students to national case competitions, organizing department events such as the GM/WSU Supply Chain Case competition, new student orientation, future supply chain leaders reception, networking events, etc. For further information about the Global SCM Department see https://ilitchbusiness.wayne.edu/supply-chain/index.php

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should hold a graduate degree (e.g., MS, MBA, DBA, or PhD). Those with a PhD or DBA in Supply Chain Management or related fields will be considered for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor – Teaching, others will be considered at the rank of Instructor.

Desirable Qualifications:

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Experience in teaching undergraduate, graduate, and executive education
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Industry experience, especially in the automotive and other complex manufacturing industries
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Experience in mentoring students
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with a clear commitment to supporting student learning and development
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Skills and knowledge to infuse emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the curriculum
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Involvement in professional or academic organizations (e.g., Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, Institute for Supply Management, AIAG, MEMA)
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Evidence of effective collaboration with industry partners
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Experience in advising student organizations
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Experience in leading outreach programs
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Experience in leading or desire to lead study abroad programs


About Wayne State University, the Mike Ilitch School of Business, and the Global Supply Chain Management Department
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan, where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities that prepare students for success in a global society.
The AACSB-International accredited Mike Ilitch School of Business prepares students for challenging and rewarding careers, advances the boundaries of scholarly and practitioner knowledge, and enhances the economic vitality of the city of Detroit, the state of Michigan, and beyond through its programs, research, and community engagement. Established in 1946, the business school was renamed in 2015 in recognition of a $40 million gift from Mike and Marian Ilitch. Thanks to this lead investment, a new state-of-the-art business school building was opened in the heart of the District Detroit in 2018. The building is within easy walking distance from Detroit's vibrant downtown, with easy access to the Detroit Symphony, numerous museums, and professional football, baseball, basketball, and hockey venues. Wayne State University’s campus is also in close proximity to high-tech, global auto companies headquartered in the Detroit metropolitan area, with a large number of other world-class manufacturers’ headquarters in the area. It is also within two miles of Canadian border crossing to Windsor, Ontario. For more information, visit ilitchbusiness.wayne.edu<http://ilitchbusiness.wayne.edu/>.
The Global Supply Chain Management programs focus on automotive and other complex manufacturing industries, which are high-tech and global. The department offers an undergraduate program, an MBA concentration in Global SCM and another in Healthcare SCM, an MS in Automotive SCM, and two automotive industry related SCM executive education programs. There are currently 10 full-time SCM faculty including 7 tenure-track/tenured faculty and 3 teaching faculty. The SCM Department offers study abroad programs in multiple countries and hosts an international case competition funded by the automotive industry. The undergraduate and graduate SCM program has been ranked top 25 by Gartner in 2024. The department has an active advisory board, and strong relationships with industry and professional organizations.


Application Procedures
Applications should be submitted online and will require the following: cover letter, curriculum vita, three references, and copies of recent student evaluations (if the candidate has prior teaching experience), including an explanation of the rating system and a description of the courses being evaluated.
Interested candidates should apply online at: https://waynetalent.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/3033?c=waynetalent If you have questions about the positions, please email Lori Sisk and Dr. Jeff Rightmer, search committee co-chairs, at scmhiring at wayne.edu<mailto:scmhiring at wayne.edu>

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