Professor of Logistics and Business Analytics (Assistant (tenure track) Associate Professor)
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Job Location:
Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking for
Kühne Logistics University (KLU) one of Germanys top research-oriented private business schools and accredited by AACSB is looking for an Assistant/Associate Professor in Logistics andBusiness Analytics for their new campus in Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam.The position is a full-time appointment to be filled at the earliest possible date.
Founded in 2010 Kühne Logistics University (KLU) is a private internationally accredited and highly ranked business school in Hamburg Germany specializing in logistics and supply chain management. Following the successful launch of our Asia campus in Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam in fall 2025 we are now hiring our first professors that support our research and teaching activities in so doing we follow our mission to contribute to local capacity building and knowledge transfer in the field of logistics operations and supply chain management. Our programs are designed to prepare leaders for the supply chain challenges of a global business landscape.
KLU Saigon represents Kühne Logistics Universitys pioneering step into Asia establishing a new campus in Vietnams economic hub. Since its launch KLU Saigon has built bridges between research excellence and regional impact through initiatives such as the Green Economy Forum & Exhibition with EuroCham the Humanitarian Logistics Hackathon and multiple partnerships with universities and industries across Southeast Asia. Joining KLU Saigon means contributing to a new academic footprint that connects education research and practice while shaping the next generation of leaders in logistics operations and sustainability.
KLU is a state-recognized university with the right to grant PhDs. With its AACSB accreditation it ranks among the top 5% of business schools and management universities worldwide with a dedicated focus on logistics operations and supply chain management.
Founded in 2010 Kühne Logistics University (KLU) is a private internationally accredited and highly ranked business school in Hamburg Germany specializing in logistics and supply chain management. Following the successful launch of our Asia campus in Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam in fall 2025 we are now hiring our first professors that support our research and teaching activities in so doing we follow our mission to contribute to local capacity building and knowledge transfer in the field of logistics operations and supply chain management. Our programs are designed to prepare leaders for the supply chain challenges of a global business landscape.
KLU Saigon represents Kühne Logistics Universitys pioneering step into Asia establishing a new campus in Vietnams economic hub. Since its launch KLU Saigon has built bridges between research excellence and regional impact through initiatives such as the Green Economy Forum & Exhibition with EuroCham the Humanitarian Logistics Hackathon and multiple partnerships with universities and industries across Southeast Asia. Joining KLU Saigon means contributing to a new academic footprint that connects education research and practice while shaping the next generation of leaders in logistics operations and sustainability.
KLU is a state-recognized university with the right to grant PhDs. With its AACSB accreditation it ranks among the top 5% of business schools and management universities worldwide with a dedicated focus on logistics operations and supply chain management.
Your Responsibilities
The professor will excel by conducting original and impactful research in their chosen area. As such we expect from candidates not only commitment to publish their research in top-tier journals (see here for theKLU Journal List) but also a willingness to create scientific and societal impact with that research.
Teaching will cover KLU-Saigons courses in the areas of logistics and business analytics including the use of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in operations and digitalization of supply chains. Like other faculty the professor will be expected to participate in industry and university service activities. An interest in applying for third-party funding is also expected in the role of Research Director for KLU Saigons planned research center.
Teaching will cover KLU-Saigons courses in the areas of logistics and business analytics including the use of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in operations and digitalization of supply chains. Like other faculty the professor will be expected to participate in industry and university service activities. An interest in applying for third-party funding is also expected in the role of Research Director for KLU Saigons planned research center.
Your qualifications
Applicants need to have completed a PhD in operations management logistics operations research industrial engineering economics or a related discipline. We are looking for a candidate with evidence of research excellence and the ability to publish in top-tier journals to enrich and expand the diverse research portfolio of our faculty. At KLU we are dedicated to nurturing a collaborative and interdisciplinary academic culture. Applicants should have developed some data science expertise by applying advanced analytics statistical methods and/or machine learning techniques to extract valuable insights and knowledge from data within the domain of operations.
In teaching we seek a candidate with a strong ability and interest to translate research insights into engaging and interactive lectures. Candidates need to be fluent in English as all courses at KLU are taught in English. Vietnamese is a big advantage while not an absolute requirement. Candidates familiar with and experience of working in the South-East Asia region will be preferred. We particularly encourage candidates who are interested in entrepreneurially co-shaping KLUs Saigon Campus a key element in KLUs internationalization strategy to apply.
In teaching we seek a candidate with a strong ability and interest to translate research insights into engaging and interactive lectures. Candidates need to be fluent in English as all courses at KLU are taught in English. Vietnamese is a big advantage while not an absolute requirement. Candidates familiar with and experience of working in the South-East Asia region will be preferred. We particularly encourage candidates who are interested in entrepreneurially co-shaping KLUs Saigon Campus a key element in KLUs internationalization strategy to apply.
We offer
KLU is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culturally diverse inclusive and pluralistic intellectual community. With all current and upcoming faculty openings we look to further increase our diversity and inclusiveness. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to gender ethnicity nationality family status or physical or mental disabilities. At KLU we value the compatibility of family and careerKLU will offer an internationally competitive salary which will be commensurate with experience a very generous annual research budget and administrative support. See information about our tenure and promotion processhere. The teaching load is attractive with 150-200 teaching hours per year as the nominal load (1 teaching hour is equivalent to 45 minutes) and may include teaching at the undergraduate master as well as executive education level.
Located in KLU Saigon Campus the professor will have close connections with faculty in KLU Hamburg and participate in faculty activities such as research seminars and PhD supervision as well as other appropriate events in Hamburg.
Located in KLU Saigon Campus the professor will have close connections with faculty in KLU Hamburg and participate in faculty activities such as research seminars and PhD supervision as well as other appropriate events in Hamburg.
Contact
A complete application will include a CV letter of intent publication list work samples (up to three working papers) names of three references teaching portfolio (including details on teaching experience and student feedback) and research statement (including a description of research and publication projects in progress).
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Please note that by submitting your application you simultaneously give your consent to the electronic processing of your personal data until the application process is completed. Applications are open now and shall be submitted by 28thFebruary 2026.Reviews will start thereafter. A campus visit is part of the final selection procedure. For inquiries regarding the position please contact our Dean of Research Professor Marianne Jahre eMail:
Please submit this in one pdf. to
Please note that by submitting your application you simultaneously give your consent to the electronic processing of your personal data until the application process is completed. Applications are open now and shall be submitted by 28thFebruary 2026.Reviews will start thereafter. A campus visit is part of the final selection procedure. For inquiries regarding the position please contact our Dean of Research Professor Marianne Jahre eMail:
About us
Kühne Logistics UniversityWissenschaftliche Hochschule für Logistik und Unternehmensführung is a private university founded in 2010 and located in Hamburgs HafenCity. KLU is a state-recognized university with the right to grant PhDs. With its AACSB accreditation it ranks among the top 5% of business schools and management universities worldwide with a dedicated focus on logistics operations and supply chain management. Following an internationalization strategy we are now opening a campus in Vietnam and plan for two further campuses in Africa and the Americas.
We instill KLUs signature operations mindset in all our students drawing on the strengths and key characteristics of logistics including resilience data-driven and action-oriented decision-making. As a boutique university KLU offers its students and doctoral candidates a high degree of specialization and excellent study conditions. Further education programs for specialists and managers are offered in the form of seminars and summer schools by KLU Executive Education.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Machine Learning
- AI
- Classroom Experience
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
About Company
Kühne Logistics University is a private university with the right to confer PhDs. KLU's focus lies on the field of logistics, supply chain management and management.
