Adjunct Faculty - Operations Management

Description

The Department of Technology Management and Innovation at NYU Tandon School of Engineering invites applications for part-time, non-tenured instructors of MG-GY 6303 Operations Management in Fall 2025 semester, with a start date of September 2, 2025, and an end date of December 21, 2025.

The Department of Technology Management and Innovation at  NYU Tandon manages the graduate level course MG-GY 6303 Operations Management, which focuses on developing a deeper understanding of the role that operations management plays in determining business strategy and in developing competitive advantage. Participants discuss the operational design and managerial implications when the emphasis of the operations group is on knowledge management as well as on production and facilities management; managing the effective integration of technology, people and operating systems; understanding the complexities and challenges of operations management; the challenges of developing and managing supply chain networks; and the critical role of technology in developing operational capabilities in an organization.

A typical teaching load is 37.5 hours for the whole semester, which includes 14 lecture meetings, including lectures, case study, discussion and one weekly office hour. More exactly, the lecture time is every Thursday, 6 pm – 8:30 pm), and 1 final exam section (2.5 hours). 

 

Qualifications

The adjunct instructor’s primary responsibility will be teaching the course and ensuring that students achieve the intended learning outcomes. This includes:

• Delivering weekly lectures and leading discussions.
• Designing assignments, quizzes, projects and exams.
• Evaluating individual assignments and group project reports, providing timely feedback (typically within one week).
• Grading quizzes and exams promptly (typically within one week).
• Designing and managing a course project, with clear milestones for students to follow.
• Responding to student questions related to course content, assignments, and projects in a timely manner.

We seek applicants with expertise in relevant engineering, science, or management fields. Ideal candidates will meet the following criteria:

• Education: Ph.D. in Operations Management or a closely related field (required).
• Teaching Experience: Documented record of successful teaching at the graduate level, with excellent student evaluations.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of operations management, including supply chain management, production and facilities management, technology integration, and strategic operations.
• Professional Engagement: Strong industry connections and/or applied research experience that can enhance classroom learning.
• Pedagogical Skills: Ability to apply a variety of instructional methods (lectures, case studies, discussions, and experiential activities) to engage a diverse graduate student population.

Application Instructions

Please submit the following materials electronically through the "Apply Now" button:

• Cover letter
• Current CV 
• Recent teaching evaluations (if available)
• Teaching statement describing experience and teaching philosophy
• A statement of your experience with or knowledge of inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging  efforts and your plans for incorporating them into your teaching and mentoring process
• Names and contact information for at least two references 

We will review applications starting Aug 15, 2025 and will continue until we fill the position; we encourage you to submit early. 

About us

New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in the United States with an unparalleled network of global campuses and academic centers. NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering, located in the heart of Brooklyn, dates back to 1854, the founding year of both the New York University School of Civil Engineering and Architecture and the Brooklyn Collegiate and Polytechnic Institute. Backed by an historic commitment of $1 billion  and under the new leadership of Juan de Pablo as the University’s Executive Vice President for Global Science and Technology and Tandon’s Executive Dean, the Engineering School is entering an exciting new phase to recruit world-class faculty conducting groundbreaking basic and applied research in key areas. We are home to a community