Description:

The Department of Decision and Information Sciences (DISC) at the C. T. Bauer College of Business, University of Houston, invites applications for two open-rank tenure-track faculty positions to begin in Fall 2026. We welcome applicants from all areas of research under the broad umbrella of Operations/Supply Chain Management and Decision and Information Sciences. Applicants will be considered for the faculty titles of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, depending on qualifications.

We seek applicants who can produce impactful research and scholarly contributions that advance both the discipline and the program, and who are committed to delivering excellent teaching. Candidates at the Assistant Professor level should demonstrate potential for excellence in research and teaching. Candidates at the Associate/Full Professor level are expected to have an established record of publications in top-tier journals (e.g., journals on the UTD-24 list) and to demonstrate the ability to enhance the department’s national reputation through both scholarly contributions and professional service.

Salary and rank commensurate with experience.

The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Computer Science, Decision Sciences, Information Systems or a related discipline (ABD candidates will be considered at the application/interview stage).

Application Attachments
(1) a detailed cover letter describing the applicant’s background and qualifications for the position
(2) a detailed research statement
(3) a full curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
(4) the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.