ASSISTANT / ASSOCIATE / FULL PROFESSOR, SMART MANUFACTURING - JAX

ASSISTANT / ASSOCIATE / FULL PROFESSOR, SMART MANUFACTURING - JAX

Job No : 536032

Work Type : Full Time

Location : Jacksonville Campus

Categories : Education / Training / Instructional Design, Engineering

Department : 19060000 - EG-INDUSTRIAL - SYSTEMS ENG

Job Description

Classification Title :

AST / ASO / FULL PROF

Classification Minimum Requirements :

Ph.D. degree in ISE, Manufacturing Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related discipline.

Job Description :

The Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida (UF) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE). We are seeking individuals with expertise in various ISE and / or interdisciplinary methods with a focus in smart manufacturing (Industry 4.0). Areas of application include, but are not limited to, additive manufacturing, industrialized construction and infrastructure, semiconductors, aerospace, robotics, agriculture, sustainable manufacturing practices, supply chain operations, agile and / or in-situ quality assurance modeling, and structural health monitoring.

This position supports the continued growth of both the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering and the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering. It is strategically aligned with the launch of ISE's new Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) program, which will be offered at UF's Jacksonville campus. The faculty member hired will be part of the ISE Department program and will play a key role in delivering and supporting the MSEM program on-site. The Jacksonville campus is integral to UF's broader vision of establishing a national center of excellence through robust collaboration with industry, government, and community stakeholders. Its workforce-driven graduate programs are designed to cultivate future leaders and drive economic development in the region, contributing to the long-term prosperity of the state.

Successful candidates will be expected to maintain a strong record of high-quality publications, supervise Ph.D. students, teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in Industrial & Systems Engineering, and actively contribute to the department's service activities. A strong and sustained externally funded research program—or a clear motivation to establish one—is essential. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to supporting research through sponsored projects. Candidates applying at the Associate Professor level or above must have a proven record of scholarship, external funding, and service.

UF ISE offers BS, ME, MS, and Ph.D. degrees. We have approximately 475 undergraduate students and about 200 graduate students. The Department hosts research in various application areas including advanced manufacturing, energy systems, healthcare systems, manufacturing systems, supply chain systems, and transportation systems. Our faculty performs methodological research in data analytics, machine learning, human systems engineering, optimization, simulation, and stochastic analysis. There are also outstanding opportunities for interdisciplinary work across the UF campus. More information about the department can be found at https : / / www.ise.ufl.edu / .

The University of Florida (UF) is the flagship institution of the State University System of Florida and is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the nation. UF is currently ranked 7th in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings and 4th in Forbes' “Top 25 Public Colleges” list. UF is also home to HiPerGator, one of the fastest supercomputers in higher education. For more information about the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering initiatives, please visit http : / / eng.ufl.edu .

Expected Salary :

Salary to commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications :

Ph.D. degree in ISE, Manufacturing Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related discipline.

Preferred :

Undergraduate degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering. Strong research record, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and evidence of service, all appropriate to the applicant's rank.

Special Instructions to Applicants :

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled. To be considered, you must submit an application through UF Careers via https : / / jobs.ufl.edu / (Job 536032) . The application consists of attached PDF files of the following required documents : 1. Cover letter (summary and introduction; relate to hiring emphasis areas) 2. Curriculum vitae. 3. Research and teaching statements. 4. Names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references. Additional documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the “other documents” selection in the application . The anticipated start date for this position is August 2026, though an earlier start in January 2026 is possible. For additional questions, contact Dr. Jorge A. Sefair (jorge.sefair@ise.ufl.edu) .

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

If accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit. This protection extends to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

Application must be submitted by 11 : 55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required :

No

Applications Close :

To apply, visit https : / / explore.jobs.ufl.edu / en-us / job / 536032

Our Commitment :

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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