Kansas State University - Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering - Carl R. and Mary T. Ice Industrial Engineering Professorship for Logistics

INSTITUTION: Kansas State University DEPARTMENT: Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering POSITION: Carl R. and Mary T. Ice Industrial Engineering Professorship for Logistics NOTES: The Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering invites applications and nominations for the Carl R. and Mary T. Ice Industrial Engineering Professorship for Logistics. This distinguished new position will support the department’s graduate and undergraduate programs and is intended to expand the department’s capabilities in logistics research and education. Candidates for the position must have an earned doctorate in industrial engineering, operations research, supply chain management, or a closely related field. The successful candidate will be a recognized leader in a technical area related to logistics, have demonstrated commitment to both research and teaching, and offer credentials to support appointment at the rank of Full Professor. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, with additional benefits derived from the professorship endowment. The Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering has a tradition of excellence in research and education. The department offers an ABET-accredited B.S.I.E.; master’s degrees in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, and Engineering Management (including distance education options); and a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering. There are 12 faculty members. The department has an enrollment of approximately 175 undergraduate students and 130 graduate students. Faculty scholarship spans a broad spectrum of interests including human factors, manufacturing, operations research, health care systems, and logistics. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research vision, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and contact information for at least three professional references to iesearch@ksu.edu. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. ZJ Pei, search committee chair, at zpei@ksu.edu. For additional information, please visit http://www.imse.ksu.edu/iceprofessorship. Screening of applications will begin March 15, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. Kansas State University is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Employment offer is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.