Business Analytics/Operations and Engineering Management Faculty (Open Rank)

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Florida Polytechnic University invites applications for a tenure-equivalent faculty position in operations and engineering management at the rank of Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, beginning August 2027. We seek candidates who can contribute to teaching and, as appropriate to rank, research in one or more areas such as supply chain management, logistics, engineering management, project management, or quality management and process improvement, with an emphasis on quantitative, analytical, and data-driven approaches.

Our B.S. in Business Analytics and M.S. in Engineering Management emphasize quantitative, analytical, and computational approaches to organizational and technical challenges. This position will strengthen that focus by helping students apply these methods to improve operations, manage projects and resources, and support data-driven decision-making.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities

Teach courses in one or more of the position’s areas of specialization to support the B.S. in Business Analytics and online M.S. in Engineering Management programs, and develop additional courses aligned with departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise.
Maintain a program of scholarship that leads to publication in the discipline (Assistant Professor and above). Instructors demonstrate a scholarly, intentional approach to pedagogy and curriculum instead.
Contribute to department and University service.

Areas of interest

Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, supply chain analytics, logistics, operations management, digital twin, engineering management, project management, and quality management and process improvement, including Six Sigma and statistical quality control. Candidates should bring expertise in one or more of these areas; expertise across all areas is not expected, and related specializations that complement the department’s STEM and analytics focus will also be considered.

Minimum qualifications

Instructor: An earned master’s degree or higher in operations management, supply chain management, logistics, industrial engineering, engineering management, operations research, management science, project management, or a closely related field. Candidates with a graduate degree in business administration or another related discipline and relevant academic preparation or professional expertise in one or more of the position’s teaching areas will also be considered.
Assistant Professor: An earned doctorate in operations management, supply chain management, industrial engineering, engineering management, operations research, or a closely related field, completed before the start date.
Associate Professor: An earned doctorate in one of the fields specified for Assistant Professor, plus six years at the rank of Assistant Professor or equivalent.
Professor: An earned doctorate in one of the fields specified for Assistant Professor, plus six years at the rank of Associate Professor or equivalent.
All ranks: Evidence of effective college-level teaching and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred qualifications

Industry experience in one or more areas such as supply chain management, logistics, operations management, engineering management, project management, or quality management and process improvement.
Relevant professional certifications in project management, supply chain management, Six Sigma, or quality management.
Evidence of effective and innovative teaching, including the integration of analytical tools, industry applications, or project-based learning.
Experience designing and teaching engaging, interactive online courses, with familiarity with quality standards and review frameworks developed by Quality Matters (QM) or the Online Learning Consortium (OLC).
Demonstrated commitment to student advising and mentorship, including support for students’ academic and professional development.
Experience collaborating across disciplines or mentoring interdisciplinary student projects, capstone experiences, or undergraduate research.
Experience developing industry partnerships or contributing to applied projects, professional training, or externally funded initiatives.
Contributions to scholarship, professional practice, or service commensurate with rank and instructional responsibilities.

Key dates

Start date: August 2027
Full consideration: applications received by January 11, 2027. Review continues until the position is filled.

About the department:

The Department of Data Science and Business Analytics at Florida Polytechnic University offers B.S. degrees in Data Science and Business Analytics and M.S. degrees in Data Science and Engineering Management. Its STEM-focused programs combine rigorous quantitative and computational training with applied learning through industry-connected internships and capstone projects.

How to apply

Apply through the Florida Polytechnic University Careers website. Upload each document below as a PDF in the Resume/CV field before continuing; once an application is submitted, it cannot be changed. Applications missing any of these documents will not be reviewed and the application will be dismissed as incomplete.

Cover letter naming the position and rank you are applying for and explaining how your experience fits the role and Florida Poly's mission
Curriculum vitae with at least three professional references contact information
Teaching statement (up to two pages) describing your approach to teaching and evidence of its effectiveness
Research statement (up to two pages), for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor applicants
Unofficial transcripts for all graduate degrees. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Degrees earned outside the United States require an equivalency evaluation from a certified credential evaluation service, submitted with the application

Compensation: Commensurate with experience and rank.

Visa Sponsorship: Per Florida State University System directives, all H1B visa sponsorship is on hold until further notice. The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of hire and maintain status throughout their employment.

Foreign Influence Compliance Notice

Florida Polytechnic University complies with applicable Florida laws and Florida Board of Governors requirements concerning foreign influence, including Board of Governors Regulation 9.012, Foreign Influence, and applicable provisions of Florida Statutes.

Certain positions, including research, research-related support, and visiting researcher positions, may be subject to additional screening, disclosure, and review requirements under applicable law and University policy. Applicants for covered positions may be required to provide complete and accurate information and supporting documentation regarding their educational and employment history, publications, research funding, affiliations, and other relevant activities, as applicable.

Any employment offer or appointment for a position subject to these requirements is contingent upon satisfactory completion of all applicable screenings, disclosures, and required approvals.

ABOUT FLORIDA POLY:

Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System. The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on economic development of the high-tech I-4 corridor. Dedicated to preparing students for the competitive STEM workforce, Florida Polytechnic University blends traditional subject matter mastery with problem solving and laboratory experiences to provide students with learning opportunities applicable to both the workplace and a career of lifelong learning. The University delivers its courses in small class sizes, emphasizes a positive student to faculty experience, and is dedicated to both its teaching and research mission.

Lakeland, home to Florida Polytechnic University’s ultra-modern campus, is located along the I-4 High Tech Corridor halfway between Tampa and Orlando. Our central Florida community combines small town comfort with big-city culture. Florida’s High-Tech Corridor is home to 11,000 high-tech businesses, and Polk County alone has more than 600,000 residents, four universities and one state college. Lakeland is just a 45-minute drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, professional sports teams, and thriving performing art centers. With no income tax in Florida, and a high standard of living, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.

Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.

RETIREMENT

Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click Here for more information.

OTHER BENEFITS

Discounts & Perks
Annual Leave
- To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave. In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.
Sick Leave
- Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick leave and participate in our Sick Pool Program.
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:

Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.

An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.