Job Title: Associate/Full Professor of Engineering Practice in Industrial Engineering (Indianapolis)
About the role
The Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University invites applications for a Professor of Engineering Practice at the Associate or Full rank, based at the Purdue Indianapolis location. The School is ranked 1st in online MS programs, 2nd in undergraduate programs, and 4th in graduate programs according to the latest USNWR rankings, and is an integral part of Purdue’s College of Engineering, which is renowned for top‑notch faculty and students, unique research facilities, and a culture of collegiality and persistent pursuit of preeminence. The successful candidate will teach core undergraduate courses across Industrial Engineering and assist with development of strategic initiatives at Purdue University in Indianapolis.
Responsibilities
- Teach core undergraduate courses across Industrial Engineering.
- Assist with development of strategic initiatives at Purdue University in Indianapolis.
- Work effectively with industry partners and faculty.
- Provide mentoring to students and other program support staff.
- Perform service at the School and University levels as needed.
- Demonstrate skills in innovative pedagogical techniques, project/problem‑based learning, and industry applications of current methodologies.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Ph.D., or an M.S. with more than five years of professional experience, in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Human Factors, Manufacturing, Systems Engineering or a related field by the employment start date.
Qualifications
- Relevant industry experience with demonstrable evidence of leadership is ideal.
- Background check required for employment.
Skills
- Innovative pedagogical techniques.
- Project/problem‑based learning.
- Industry applications of current methodologies.
Benefits
Purdue and the College of Engineering offer a Concierge Program that provides dual career assistance and relocation services.