Assistant Professor - Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering and Engineering Management - T

Assistant Professor
- Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering and Engineering Management
- Tenure Track

Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

General Summary

Western Michigan University has a position opening for a permanent full-time tenure track Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering and Engineering Management in Kalamazoo, MI starting August 15, 2026. Position requires a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Industrial Engineering or Engineering Management. Position also requires a Ph.D. dissertation in area of biomechanical modeling, and two peer-reviewed research publications in the field of industrial engineering and area of bio-mechanics.

Major Duties

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Industrial Engineering & Engineering Management including Ergonomics & Occupational Bio-mechanics ( IEE 6420);
  Work Analysis (EM 3050);
  Work Analysis/Design Lab (EM 3150);
  Work Design ( IEE 2050);
  Ergonomics and Design ( IEE 3420).
• Conduct research in Industrial Engineering with a focus on biomechanical modeling.
• Publish results of research in peer-reviewed journals and present results at conferences.
• Attend committee and professional organization meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a Ph.D. dissertation in area of biomechanical modeling from an accredited institution.
• Two peer reviewed research publications in the field of industrial Engineering in the area of bio- mechanics.

WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.