Visiting Assistant Professor of Operations Management

Job Description

Job Description

Visiting Assistant Professor of Operations ManagementMarketing, Operations and Analytics St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked and AACSB-accredited, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Operations Management in the Department of Marketing, Operations and Analytics, beginning January 2026 or August 2026. Appointments will be made for the 9-month academic year and are potentially renewable; this position is not eligible for tenure. St. Edward's is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission to educate the hearts and minds of a diverse student body that is deeply committed to social justice.  The successful candidate will develop and teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Teaching emphasis will focus on contemporary operations management and business analytics practices, including undergraduate principles of operations management, business statistics, and business intelligence, and graduate courses in the Master of Science Business Analytics and Master of Business Administration programs. The Department of Marketing, Operations and Analytics has created an innovative curriculum in analytics, emphasizing the experiential learning at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will have the technical skills commensurate with teaching these subjects. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following qualifications:Earned Doctorate in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics or a closely related field such as Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or Management Science, preferably from an AACSB- accredited school.At least 3 years of industry experience is preferred.Ability to develop new courses and teach various management and analytical classes in undergraduate and graduate programs. These classes may include, but are not limited to, operations management, supply chain management, logistics, business analytics, statistics, Excel for Business, and artificial intelligence.Demonstrated excellence in the classroom and ability to provide experiential learning across the curriculum.Prior experience teaching in person, hybrid, and online is preferred.Proficiency with Python, R, Excel, PowerBI, Tableau, and SQL/NoSQL.Experience incorporating AI techniques and/or emerging technologies into the curriculum.Demonstrated evidence of research and scholarship potential and familiarity with the AACSB faculty qualification standards.Demonstrated ability to conduct and publish in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals in operations/supply chain management or business analytics.Willingness to engage with the business community.Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to collegiality.Experience with and commitment to working with a diverse population consistent with the St. Edward's University mission.Documented proof of identity, employment eligibility, and completion of a successful criminal background check.Essential Responsibilities Include: Fulfill teaching requirements of a 7-course (4-3 or 3-4) teaching load per academic year, teaching and prepping courses and curriculum as assigned. St. Edward's University is a teaching institution and regards teaching as central to its mission. Courses may be in-person, hybrid, or online as assigned; undergraduate classes are scheduled for weekdays; graduate classes are scheduled for weeknights and Saturdays.Provide academic advising and mentoring for undergraduate students.Participate in assessment of student performance in the discipline.Maintain an active program of quality research leading to publications in peer-reviewed business journals.Maintain/enhance competency in operations management and business analytics through research, writing, teaching, professional development, and/or industry experience.Interact with local, regional, national, and international business, non-profit, government, and community representatives to develop applied projects and opportunities for students.Maintain commitment to social responsibility in the classroom setting consistent with the University's mission.Meet School and University service requirements through participation on committees and campus initiatives.Fulfill other required faculty responsibilities as outlined in the St. Edward's University Faculty Manual.Other duties as assigned. The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package! An overview of St. Edward's University employee benefits is available at; -resources/benefits-summary Medical & Rx Coverage (HSA & FSA Available), Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance, Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave, Retirement Plan, Tuition Benefits, Paid Holidays, and Services & Discounts HOW TO APPLYApplicants should apply online at Application packages should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and a statement describing your teaching philosophy and your approach to working on projects with undergraduate students. In addition, all applications must include a statement on how they would integrate the University's Holy Cross mission into their work. Your Mission Integration statement should be included as a separate document.  Mission Integration Statement Prompt:St. Edward's was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross, from which it acquired distinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks, an international perspective and the commitment to provide educational opportunities for students of varied cultural, religious, educational and economic backgrounds. In support of the mission, the different backgrounds of St. Edward's students, faculty and staff enrich our community and represent a significant part of our culture and commitment to excellence. We value the individual differences, life experiences, unique capabilities and innovative talent that our employees and students contribute to our vibrant academic environment. St. Edward's honors and respects all members of its community by fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that respects the dignity and worth of each person and stresses the obligation of all people to pursue a more just world. While serving as a faculty member at St. Edward's University, how would your individual differences, life experiences and unique capabilities contribute to the mission as described above? Describe how your prior work aligns to the university's mission. Applicants should submit materials by September 15, 2025 for full consideration; however, the position will remain open until filled.  About the BILL MUNDAY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AACSB-accredited, The Bill Munday School of Business delivers an experiential, values-based education anchored in the liberal arts and the Holy Cross traditions of learning and service. The Bill Munday School of Business offers several undergraduate and graduate degrees including Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Accounting, Master of Science in Digital Marketing and Analytics, and Master of Science in Business Analytics.Over 900 students are enrolled in the undergraduate and graduate business programs offered by The Bill Munday School of Business. The school educates students to excel professionally in the dynamic 21st century business environment by emphasizing creative thinking, critical analysis, global collaboration, lifelong learning, adaptation to change, and ethical behavior. The school promotes relationships on our campus with our global partners and across the rich business ecosystem of Austin, focusing on technology, creativity, social enterprise and emerging trends. ABOUT ST. EDWARD'S UNIVERSITY Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic, liberal arts institution of 2,900 undergraduate and 700 graduate students located in Austin, Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edward's community as the university increases its global engagement to educate students for the opportunities and challenges of a 21st-century world. SEU is a diverse community that appreciates faculty and students from all backgrounds. Consistent with its Holy Cross heritage, the university maintains a strong commitment to diversity and global initiatives. More information about St. Edward's University may be found at  Commitment to the Holy Cross Mission St. Edwards University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures equity, respect, inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community. For more information on our commitment to diversity, please visit our website -us/living-our-mission EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Edward's University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. We require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for employment, and we are not offering visa sponsorship at this time. Background Checks: A criminal history background check is required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.