Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor

Why ISE at NC State?

In ISE, you will be part of a department where innovative research happens both within and across disciplines. The Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering includes more than 25 faculty, 10 core staff, 350 undergraduate students, and 250 graduate students, including approximately 75 Ph.D. students. Our research spans advanced and biomedical manufacturing; health systems; human systems; supply chain and logistics; and systems analytics and optimization, along with interdisciplinary collaborations across the university and beyond. Our faculty are internationally recognized in their fields, with Fellows of IISE, INFORMS, SME, and other professional societies.

You will join a collaborative and collegial community where faculty work across traditional disciplinary boundaries and engage with researchers, medical schools, universities, industry, and government partners. The department leads three centers and multiple interdisciplinary graduate programs, creating opportunities to pursue research and educational collaborations well beyond ISE. In addition to degrees in ISE, the department leads the professional Master's in Engineering Management program and collaborates on the graduate Operations Research program.

The department houses two state-funded centers that are public-private partnerships: the Ergonomics Center of North Carolina, the only center of its kind at a U.S. public research institution, and the Center for Additive Manufacturing and Logistics, one of the most advanced manufacturing and 3D printing laboratories in the country. The newly established Bezos Center for Alternative Proteins is also led by an ISE faculty member. These centers provide additional opportunities to collaborate with industry and pursue research with real-world impact.

You will have access to world-class laboratory and research facilities supporting computing, manufacturing, human factors, and ergonomics research. These resources are complemented by Fitts-Woolard Hall, our state-of-the-art home on NC State's Centennial Campus, located near the award-winning Hunt Library and numerous industry and government facilities. Centennial Campus provides a unique environment for university-industry collaboration and interdisciplinary research.

At NC State ISE, our students "Think and Do" through active learning and real-world problems across the ISE discipline. You will have the opportunity to mentor and teach a diverse and growing student population and help prepare students to become leaders in academia, industry, and government. NC State is also investing significantly in engineering, with up to 40% growth in engineering faculty, staff, and undergraduate and graduate students expected over the coming years, creating new opportunities for collaboration, education, and research.

You will also benefit from being in Raleigh and the Research Triangle, one of the nation's leading centers for technology, research, and innovation. NC State is located within close proximity to Duke University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, major research institutes, and a wide range of world-class companies. Raleigh offers an exceptional quality of life, with outstanding restaurants, cultural and recreational opportunities, and easy access to both the mountains and the coast.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering ( ISE) at NC State University invites applications for open-rank, tenure-track faculty positions at all career stages. The department welcomes candidates whose research and teaching interests align with the broad field of Industrial and Systems Engineering, with particular interest in artificial intelligence and/or quantum computing for optimization; logistics and supply chain management; data science and analytics; and emerging areas of national and international importance. Appointments may be considered at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level based on qualifications and career stage.

In this role, you will shape the future of Industrial and Systems Engineering through research, teaching, and collaboration. You will have the opportunity to establish a distinctive research agenda, pursue meaningful partnerships across disciplines, and translate your expertise into advances that address complex engineering challenges. Through your teaching and mentorship, you will help prepare the next generation of engineers, researchers, and leaders while contributing your perspective and expertise to the continued growth and excellence of ISE and NC State.

Key Responsibilities include and are not limited to the following:

If you are an innovative researcher and educator ready to advance Industrial and Systems Engineering, collaborate across disciplines, and prepare the next generation of engineering leaders, we encourage you to apply.

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Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or a related area along with appropriate experience by their start date:

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Candidates should mention the position area with which they are most closely affiliated in the cover letter and in the supplemental questions of the application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will continue until the positions are filled. Initial review will begin on November 5, 2026.

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