Assistant Professor of Professional Practice




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Salary Details

A minimum of $95,000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Posting Summary

Position Description:
The Department of Supply Chain Management (SCM) at Rutgers Business School invites applications for a non-tenure track position as Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in SCM, to begin on July 1, 2026.

Requirements:
This non-tenure-track position in supply chain management (SCM) requires a master’s degree or Ph.D. in supply chain management, operations management, industrial engineering, or a closely related discipline; have extensive industry experience at the senior executive level at major corporations; be well connected with various professional organizations such as ISM, ASCM, and/or CSCMP; have proven expertise in the various sub-disciplines of supply chain management and be able to teach effectively in graduate and executive programs. Successful candidates should have a strong interest in collaborating with academic faculty and in pursuing external funds. Demonstrated ability to teach supply chain analytics and procurement, or related courses is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:
The teaching load will be 8 courses per year. Service responsibilities include offering students academic and career advising, student club advising, supporting the continuous growth of the department’s Corporate Partnership Program, and assisting the department’s industry outreach and alumni relationship. In addition to these responsibilities as a faculty member of professional practice, this faculty line is also associated with the MS in Supply Chain Analytics Program Director role, which is subject to a separate contract.

Department of Supply Chain Management:

The SCM Department at Rutgers Business School offers programs at the Ph.D., MBA, M.S. and undergraduate levels, and, together with the Rutgers Center for Supply Chain Management, develops and conducts domestic and international executive training programs. SCM courses are offered at both the Newark and New Brunswick campuses of Rutgers University during the day, evenings, and weekends, with continuously ever-growing student demand. The Rutgers SCM program has over 148 corporations as educational partners, and is highly ranked in the nation. The department’s success has drawn many employers to Rutgers Business School to recruit SCM students, to launch joint research projects, and to deliver joint executive trainings. The department also offers several exceptional opportunities for industry collaboration and participation. They include a Supply Chain Analytics Institute, a Center for Supply Chain Management, and a Road to Supply Chain Leadership program. The role of SCM professors of professional practice is critical to the continued success of Rutgers SCM programs and offerings.

Rutgers University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. Applications received by May 1, 2026, are guaranteed full consideration. Applicants should submit a package consisting of curriculum vitae, cover letter, and at least three reference letters.

Position Status: Full Time

Posting Open Date: 04/01/2026

Posting Close Date: 05/15/2026

Minimum Education and Experience

This non-tenure-track position in supply chain management (SCM) requires a master’s degree or Ph.D. in supply chain management, operations management, industrial engineering, or a closely related discipline; have extensive industry experience at the senior executive level at major corporations; be well connected with various professional organizations such as ISM, ASCM, and/or CSCMP; have proven expertise in the various sub-disciplines of supply chain management and be able to teach effectively in graduate and executive programs. Successful candidates should have a strong interest in collaborating with academic faculty and in pursuing external funds. Demonstrated ability to teach supply chain analytics and procurement, or related courses is highly preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application materials include: cover letter, CV, research and teaching statements, writing sample, evidence of teaching effectiveness, list of references, and three letters of recommendation. Please direct questions to Shabnam Baidariwal at sbaidariwal@business.rutgers.edu

Applications are only accepted via this website. Please, do not e-mail or mail applications.

Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Rutgers University-Newark

City

Newark

State

NJ

Location Details

The successful candidate is expected to teach on both Newark and New Brunswick campuses and will be assigned an office on either campus depending on the department’s teaching or other needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement


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