Assistant Professor Operations & Production

Role Summary & Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Operations Management and Production, including :

Production planning, control, and scheduling

Quality management (Six Sigma, TQM, Lean)

Operations strategy & process optimization

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) integration

Design and deliver dynamic lectures, tutorials, case studies, simulations, and projects.

Develop course materials : syllabus, assignments, assessments, and self-learning modules—especially for hybrid or online programs.

Mentor students , advising them on coursework, career goals, and capstone or research projects.

Engage in curriculum development in coordination with the department—updating content to reflect emerging technologies and methodologies.

Participate in academic administration —program assessment, accreditation efforts, committee work, student counseling, and admissions.

Contribute to research : publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, and engage with industry partners on applied research.

Qualifications & Experience Requirements

Educational Background :

Master’s degree (MBA) in Operations Management, Production, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

PhD preferred from research-led institutions.

Experience :

Minimum 5 years of combined teaching (business school or university) and / or industry experience in operations, production, quality control, or manufacturing systems.

Hands-on knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, TQM , or ERP implementation is essential.

Skills & Competencies :

Excellent communication and classroom delivery.

Proficient in outcome-based education and technology-enabled learning platforms.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and case-based teaching capabilities.

Demonstrated ability to mentor students and guide them through projects or operational simulations.