Posting Detail Information
Working TitleAssistant Professor - Supply Chain Management
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number202500224F
Proposed Annual Salary Range$150,000 - $178,000
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Position TypeFaculty
Work Hours/Week40
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Management is one of five academic departments in the College of Business. The Department currently has 20 tenure-track faculty, nine contract and continuing faculty, one senior research scholar, and two postdoctoral researchers who serve approximately 3,300 business majors, over 1,000 business minors, and 1,000 graduate students. With robust research support and a collaborative research community, Department faculty excel in publishing in top management and disciplinary journals. Additionally, the Department excels in maintaining up-to-date and impactful curricula, and its faculty members receive widespread recognition for their teaching excellence. Visithttps://biz.colostate.edu/About/Departments#managementto learn more.
The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB -accredited business school that embraces the values of access, excellence, impact, and community. The College was recently selected as a winner of theFinancial Times"Best Business School" award for responsible business education; its Impact MBA program was ranked by Corporate Knights as the No. 4 "Better World MBA" worldwide; and the supply chain management program was No. 12 in Gartner's most recent "Top 25 North American Undergraduate Program" rankings. These recognitions are aligned with the College's vision to inspire and inform business practices that improve societal well-being and the health of our planet.
Colorado State University is a Carnegie Research Extensive Institution with a land grant mission serving approximately 32,000 graduate and undergraduate (resident-instruction) students. CSU has been recognized as a premier research university, with world-class research in infectious disease, atmospheric science, clean energy technologies, and environmental science. CSU also offers among the very best professional programs in computer information systems, veterinary medicine, occupational therapy, agriculture, and construction management. CSU's STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) platinum rating reflect the university's commitment to sustainability.
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Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes
% Research50
% Teaching40
% Service10
% Administration0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/01/2025
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
The Department of Management at Colorado State University invites applications and nominations for a tenure-tenure track Assistant Professor in Supply Chain Management. This position reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Management at the College of Business. The start date for a Fall of 2026 appointment is August 16th, 2026. Salary and benefits are competitive. Specific responsibilities include:
teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in supply chain management (e.g., purchasing, operations management, logistics, global SCM ) and other related topics;
conducting research leading to scholarly publication in leading academic journals; and
providing service to the College, University, profession and community (service expectations are commensurate with rank).
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Supply Chain Management or related field from an AACSB -accredited Business School. ABD candidates will be considered only if there is sufficient evidence that the doctorate degree will be completed before August 15, 2026.
An established record of publishing empirical research in top-tier, peer reviewed, academic journals, or a demonstrated potential to do so.
The ability to effectively teach courses in supply chain management, provide service, and conduct research with colleagues per the responsibilities of the rank.
Preferred Job Qualifications
In addition to required qualifications, preferred candidates will have:
Demonstrated or strong potential to work with existing faculty to continue elevating our supply chain management program to national prominence;
Targeted or published empirical supply chain management researchin top-tier, peer reviewed, academic journals or a demonstrated potential to do so;
The ability to complement and build upon our strengths in supply chain management research as well as bring new dimensions to our research profile. Areas can include research that emphasizes sustainability within the supply chain, global/international supply chain management, supply chain resiliency, and supply networks;
The ability to translate their research into practical discussion points for industry;
The ability to teach general supply chain and potentially procurement/purchasing or other advanced classes as needed; and
The potential to work effectively in a department that places significant emphasis on interdisciplinary interaction, collegiality, and integration.
Candidates are expected to have an expressed commitment to the College's mission, vision, and values.
Special Instructions to Applicants
A complete application packet will consist of: 1) a cover letter indicating interest in the position at Colorado State University along with a description of the applicant's ability to meet the position's required and preferred qualifications; 2) a vita; 3) evidence/samples of one recent research publications or working papers; 4) evidence of teaching effectiveness; and 5) contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. For full consideration, applications should be received no later than 11:59pm MST October 1, 2025; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Please direct inquiries to Mara Waller, Search Committee Chair at mara.waller@colostate.edu. Inquiries will be treated confidentially. Application materials of finalist candidates will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Management.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The @type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Search ContactMara Waller, mara.waller@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryService to Department, College, University and Discipline
Duty/Responsibility
Serve on committees at departmental, college and university levels as assigned by the department head.
Serve the discipline through activities such as leadership positions within academic associations and reviewing for journals.
Percentage Of Time10
Job Duty CategoryResearch
Duty/Responsibility
Design, analyze, and publish theoretical and empirical studies in premier/high quality, peer-reviewed supply chain management journals.
Percentage Of Time50
Job Duty CategoryTeaching
Duty/Responsibility
Develop and deliver courses in supply chain management to undergraduate and graduate students.
Percentage Of Time40
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Class or Student Evaluations
Writing Samples
Optional Documents
