Posting Summary
- Posting Number: FAC00162PO26
- Advertised Title: Instructor of Industrial Engineering
- Campus: Upstate
- College/Division: USC Upstate College/Division Level
- Department: UPS Informatics & Engineering Systems
- Advertised Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Location of Vacancy: USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC
- Part/Full Time: Full Time
- Hours per Week: 37.5
- Position Category: Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
- Basis: 9 months
- Work County: Spartanburg
- Tenure Information: Professional Track
- Job Search Category: Faculty
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Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Instructor of Industrial Engineering
University of South Carolina Upstate
FAC00162PO26
Spartanburg, SC
Faculty position to teach on the Spartanburg campus.
The Department of Informatics and Engineering Systems at the University of South Carolina Upstate invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Instructor of Industrial Engineering, starting August 16, 2027. This position’s primary responsibility is delivering high-quality undergraduate instruction in foundational and core Industrial Engineering and Operations Research courses. The successful candidate should be able to connect industrial engineering principles to real-world manufacturing and production environments. The successful candidate will be proficient in tools such as Arena, MATLAB, R, and modern ERP/MRP systems. Beyond teaching, the instructor will mentor students, contribute to curriculum development and departmental service, and support student success. The ability to effectively engage and support USC Upstate’s largely part-time and commuter student population is essential to this role.
The University of South Carolina Upstate is a comprehensive public university and a senior institution of the University of South Carolina. U.S. News and World Report ranks USC Upstate among its Top Public Regional Colleges and No. 2 in South Carolina. Located between Charlotte and Atlanta along the I-85 corridor, one of the fastest growing business and high-tech regions in the country, the campus is within easy driving distance of the Appalachian mountains and the Atlantic Ocean beaches. The University has an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students and employs approximately 650 full and part-time faculty and staff, reflecting the diversity of Upstate South Carolina. In addition, students and faculty from over 25 nations reflect the university’s international character. USC Upstate is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for faculty, staff, and administrators. We are an EOE/AA employer and are strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity.
The College of Science and Technology is comprised of three academic units whose missions all relate to the promotion of STEM-related programming—the Department of Informatics and Engineering Systems, the Division of Mathematics and Computer Science, and the Division of Natural Sciences and Engineering. Each unit offers rigorous and engaging academic programming, opportunities for undergraduate research, engagement with community partners, and internship and service opportunities. The college embraces diversity and student-centered learning, and strives to provide opportunities for growth with the development of innovative cross-disciplinary activities. Our outstanding faculty provide quality instruction, work closely with students, conduct significant research, and are involved in community engagement. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.uscupstate.edu/cst.
Required Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering or closely related field is required by the start date. Candidates who will complete the master’s degree by August 15, 2027 are encouraged to apply. A successful background check is required.
Preferred Qualifications
A terminal degree in Industrial Engineering or closely related field is preferred.
Posting Detail Information
- Desired Start Date: 08/16/2027
- Job Open Date: 11/09/2026
- Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the online application and attach any materials that are marked as required. Unofficial transcripts should be uploaded under ‘Other Supporting Documents’. Candidates will be asked during the process to have three confidential letters of recommendation that are signed, dated, and on official letterhead, sent directly to the Chair of the Search Committee (contact information is below). Should the applicant be invited to interview, additional materials may be requested by the department. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. If selected, official transcripts will be required before the hire date, as well as the successful completion of a background check.
Dr. Gimantha Perera, Search Committee Chair
Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering
GPERERA@uscupstate.edu
864-504-7891
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