Professor in Supply Chain and Operations Management
Leading academic position in supply chain and operations management at a top-ranked university in Hong Kong.
Best for:Best for established academics with a PhD in business, operations research, or related fields, seeking a permanent faculty position in a dynamic, research-intensive environment.
Overview
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University seeks a Professor in Supply Chain and Operations Management to join the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies. This role involves teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervising research projects, and advancing the department’s research strengths in logistics, supply chain, and operations. The successful candidate will lead scholarly research, publish in high-impact journals, secure external grants, and contribute to curriculum development. The position emphasizes excellence in teaching, research, and industry engagement, with a focus on driving innovation in supply chain management and supporting Hong Kong’s growth as a global logistics hub.
What you'll do
- Teach supply chain and operations management at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Supervise research projects and theses for students
- Conduct and lead research in supply chain and operations management, contributing to the department’s research portfolio
- Publish high-quality journal articles and secure external research grants
- Develop and administer academic programmes and curricula
- Engage in administrative duties as assigned by the department head
- Collaborate with industries on consultancy projects and applied research
- Promote excellence in teaching and research within the department
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a related discipline (e.g., Business, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, or related fields)
Language: Proficiency in English (required for teaching and research)
Instruction: English
Publications: Excellent record of relevant academic and/or research achievements (implied, not explicitly quantified)
- Substantial post-qualification experience in teaching and research
- Strong commitment to academic excellence in both teaching and research
- Proven record of relevant academic and research achievements
- Leadership, creativity, and initiative in academic and professional settings
- Experience in securing external research grants and applied research projects
- No explicit eligibility restrictions mentioned beyond PhD qualification
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-01-25 · open until filled
Submit an application through PolyU’s career website. Applications will be considered starting 1 September 2026 until the position is filled. Ensure all required documents are included in the application.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Publication list
- Research proposal (if applicable)
- Letters of recommendation
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