Position Description
Cornell University's School of Operations Research and Information Engineering (ORIE) seeks to fill multiple open-rank tenure-track faculty positions for its Ithaca campus. We welcome exceptional applicants in all research areas and at all levels of seniority. We are particularly interested in candidates with a broad interest in data-driven decisions, especially optimization, machine learning and statistics, both in theory and practice, and including applications leveraging AI methods.
Requisite is a strong interest in the broad mission of the School, exceptional potential for leadership in research and education, an ability and willingness to teach at all levels of the program, and a PhD in operations research, mathematics, statistics, or a related field by the start of the appointment. Salary will be appropriate to qualifications and engineering school norms.
Cornell ORIE is a diverse group of high-quality researchers and educators interested in probability, optimization, statistics, machine learning, simulation, game theory, and a wide array of applications such as health care, e-commerce, supply chains, scheduling, manufacturing, transportation systems, financial engineering, service systems and network science. We value mathematical and technical depth and innovation, and experience with applications and practice. Ideal candidates will have correspondingly broad training and interests.
A complete application should include a cover letter, CV, statements of teaching and research interests, statement of diversity, equity, and inclusion (see
https://diversity.cornell.edu/our-commitments), sample publications, at least three reference letters, and, for junior applicants, a doctoral transcript.
We ask applicants for all faculty positions to share their experiences and/or approaches (past, current, or future) to fostering learning, research service, and/or outreach in a diverse community. Applicants may choose to include this in the statement of diversity, equity, and inclusion or embed the information in other parts of their application materials.
Applications for the position should be submitted at
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28597. We will begin reviewing candidates immediately. Applications completed by November 1, 2024 will receive full consideration, though we highly encourage early application. For applicants who will attend the INFORMS Annual Meeting, we highly encourage uploading a CV and any other application materials available to the link above by October 7, even if all application materials are not yet available. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
ORIE and the College of Engineering at Cornell embrace diversity and seek candidates who can contribute to a welcoming climate for all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, national origin, or economic status. Cornell University seeks to meet the needs of dual career couples, has a Dual Career program, and is a member of the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment Consortium to assist with dual career searches. Visit
www.unyherc.org to see positions available in higher education in the upstate New York area. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We strongly encourage qualified women and candidates from historically underrepresented communities to apply.
Employment Assistance:
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EEO Statement:
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff from all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
Pay Ranges:
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
- Unique applicable skills.
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