Job Details

Institution: Purdue University
School: Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering
College: College of Engineering
Type: Full-Time (Tenure-Track/Tenured)
Category: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
Posted: October 15, 2025
Application Review Begins: November 14, 2025 (Open until filled)

Job Summary

The Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured Assistant/Associate Professor position.

We seek outstanding scholars with expertise in Industrial Engineering or closely related disciplines such as Operations Research, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, or Human Factors.

Ideal candidates will have research interests in one or more of the following areas:

• Logistics and Supply Networks

• Systems Engineering (including Human-AI teaming, Healthcare Systems, and Cyber-Physical Systems)

• Manufacturing Systems and Automation

• Digital Twins, Simulation, and Stochastic Modeling

• Optimization and Data-Driven Decision Making

Successful applicants will:

• Conduct original, high-impact research and pursue external funding opportunities.

• Teach and develop courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Advise and mentor graduate students.

• Contribute to service and leadership within the School, College, and University.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Systems Engineering, Operations Management, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field — required by the start date.

• Early-career candidates should demonstrate potential for establishing an independent research program.

• Mid-career candidates should show a sustained record of impactful research, publications, and mentorship in academic or industrial settings.

• Strong evidence of teaching excellence, communication skills, and collaboration across disciplines is highly valued.

About the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering

The Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University is a global leader in research, teaching, and innovation.

• Ranked #1 in Online MS Programs, #2 in Undergraduate Programs, and #3 in Graduate Programs (U.S. News & World Report).

• Actively redefining Industrial Engineering through advances in data analytics, cognitive systems, human-AI integration, and next-generation manufacturing technologies.

• Faculty and students collaborate to address societal grand challenges of the 21st century through applied and interdisciplinary research.

About Purdue’s College of Engineering

Purdue Engineering is among the largest and top-ranked engineering schools in the United States:

• 4 programs ranked Top 4 and 9 ranked Top 10 nationally (U.S. News & World Report).

• Ranked #2 for Online Graduate Engineering and #5 overall for Graduate Engineering.

• 71% of Purdue’s U.S. patents originate from Engineering faculty, placing Purdue in the Top 5 universities nationwide for issued patents (USPTO).

• The Vision 2030 initiative drives Purdue’s strategic investments in people, infrastructure, and innovation to advance global engineering excellence.

Application Process

Applications must include the following documents:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. Teaching Plan (maximum two pages)

4. Research Plan (maximum three pages)

5. Names and contact information for at least four references

Applications should be submitted via the Purdue University application portal.
Reference letters may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Application Review Begins: November 14, 2025
Position Open Until Filled

For inquiries, please contact:
Office of Academic Affairs, College of Engineering
📧 coeacademicaffairs@purdue.edu

Additional Information

• A background check is required for employment.

• Purdue offers a Concierge Program providing dual-career assistance and relocation services for new faculty and their families.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access / Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified individuals — including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans — are strongly encouraged to apply.