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University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Department of Management

College of Business

Assistant Professor – Operations/ Production Management    

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) College of Business invites applications for a tenure-track position in Management (concentration in production/operations) for Fall, 2013. 

UALR is a metropolitan university located in Little Rock, the capital and the governmental and financial center of the State. The city enjoys a moderate climate, a moderate size population, a diverse terrain, and a myriad of cultural and sports activities. The College of Business is located in the state-of-the-art Donald W. Reynolds Business Center for Business and Economic Development. The College of Business offers undergraduate majors and minors in a full range of business disciplines, as well as the M.S. in Management Information Systems, MBA, and Graduate Certificates in Management Information Systems and Management.

Expectations/Responsibilities include excellence in teaching day, evening, and web-based classes, advising a diverse population of working adults and traditional undergraduate and graduate students, active involvement in scholarship and research, involvement in various service activities, and participation in professional organizations within the discipline.  Teaching requirements include undergraduate/graduate courses in operations management and supply chain management, and related areas.  Ability to teach classes in supporting/related Management areas is preferred. 

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate (1) the ability to provide instructional excellence in undergraduate/graduate courses in areas of specialization, (2) a planned research agenda consistent with expectations of an AACSB-accredited program, (3) interest in participating in student-centered service activities, and (4) commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity.  Corporate/business work experience desirable.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. or D.B.A. with business course work and an emphasis in Operations Management required.  The candidate should have the terminal degree in hand or have completed all requirements for the terminal degree by May, 2014.  ABD's may be considered.  Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. 

To apply, submit a letter of interest (reference position R99611), vitae, student evaluations, teaching philosophy, research interests/agenda, to: Dr. Karen Leonard; College of Business; University of Arkansas at Little Rock; 2801 South University, Little Rock, AR 72204, Electronic submissions preferred.  Email to jcgrant@ualr.edu, and note "Productions/Operations Position R99611" in the subject line. To receive full consideration, submit all application materials by September 30, 2012.  Review of applicants will begin immediately until the position is filled.  For additional information call 501.569.3357.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal and financial history background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law all applications are subject to disclosure.  Persons hired must show proof of legal authority to work in the United States.