[IISE Faculty List] ISE Department Head and Endowed Professorship - Mississippi State University

[Strawderman, Lesley]

Department Head and Endowed Professorship
Industrial and Systems Engineering Department
The Bagley College of Engineering at Mississippi State University (MSU) is seeking candidates for the Head and Larry Brown Endowed Professorship of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ise.msstate.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ciefac.list%40mailman.clemson.edu%7Cedf216a8f9564e8ba87408dd211d86c9%7C0c9bf8f6ccad4b87818d49026938aa97%7C0%7C0%7C638703132892602274%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rbQOs2IRg7JN8eeLsPKxs7VHMij7unfHS1LDM6AiYwY%3D&reserved=0). The Head is responsible for the overall administration of the department, and this is a 12- month tenured position. The successful candidate must hold an earned doctorate in industrial engineering or a closely related field, must qualify for the rank of professor with tenure, and as such must have earned national recognition by a distinguished record of accomplishments in industrial engineering education and research. A record of scholarly publications in archival literature and funded research is required. Significant teaching experience and some direct industrial experiences are expected. Demonstrated success and leadership in obtaining and executing government and industrial research grants and contracts are expected. In addition, a baccalaureate in engineering is desirable.
The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering is one of the eight academic departments in the Bagley College of Engineering. The Department offers an ABET-accredited bachelor's program in Industrial Engineering as well as master's and doctoral degrees. Industrial Engineering offers degree programs via three modes of delivery: on the Starkville Campus, through the Online Campus and on the Engineering on the Coast Campus located in Gautier, MS (https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bagley.msstate.edu%2Fcoast&data=05%7C02%7Ciefac.list%40mailman.clemson.edu%7Cedf216a8f9564e8ba87408dd211d86c9%7C0c9bf8f6ccad4b87818d49026938aa97%7C0%7C0%7C638703132892623028%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=DIm6U425gMZyJJhYR8P%2BR1taZGy0vwkJN4jk%2BOjjomY%3D&reserved=0). Current department enrollment across the three locations is 296 undergraduate students, 63 master's students, and 84 doctoral students. The department is currently supported by ten tenured/tenure-track faculty, three teaching-track faculty, one instructor, and four staff. Research expenditures totaled approximately $9 million in 2023. Faculty members have developed a strong research program in the areas of ergonomics and human factors, advanced manufacturing and production systems, management systems engineering, and optimization and data informatics. Faculty in the department are active in many university research centers, including the Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS), the Athlete Engineering Institute (AEI), and the Raspet Flight Research Laboratory, among others.
MSU is a comprehensive land-grant institution with approximately 23,150 students and about 1,500 faculty members. The university’s main campus is located in Starkville, Mississippi, a vibrant community approximately two hours from Jackson MS, Birmingham AL, and Memphis TN.
The successful Head will provide:

• Vision and leadership for nationally recognized engineering education and research programs

• Exceptional academic and administrative skills

• A strong commitment to faculty recruitment and development
• A strong commitment to promoting inclusive excellence
Applicants must apply online at https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.msujobs.msstate.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ciefac.list%40mailman.clemson.edu%7Cedf216a8f9564e8ba87408dd211d86c9%7C0c9bf8f6ccad4b87818d49026938aa97%7C0%7C0%7C638703132892636222%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=aCVnsz9dPvECf%2Bmfly46%2FQe155iqsF3alSEq3YnUvOA%3D&reserved=0 by submitting a cover letter outlining your experience and vision for this position, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of at least three professional references. Screening of candidates will begin March 01, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries and nominations should be directed to Dr. Bill Elmore, Search Committee Chair (elmore at che.msstate.edu or 662-325-7206).
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population


Lesley Strawderman, PhD, PE

Professor, Industrial & Systems Engineering

Associate Director, Athlete Engineering Institute

International Paper Endowed Chair

Mississippi State University


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