The Department of Business Analytics within the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa invites applications for a 100%-time postdoctoral research scholar position starting August 1, 2025. The postdoctoral research scholar will have the opportunity to collaborate with various Business Analytics faculty and may engage in multiple research projects with different faculty. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal dependent on funding and satisfactory performance. Position is temporary and includes benefits.

Salary will be $61,008 to commensurate with qualifications. Appropriate background checks (e.g. criminal background and credential checks) will be conducted.

The Department

The Department of Business Analytics in the Tippie College of Business has been at the forefront of research in Analytics for decades and, as the recipient of the 2021 INFORMS UPS George D. Smith Prize, was recently honored as a top department in the world for preparing students for careers in analytics. The department has research strengths in predictive analytics in the areas of health care, social issues, text, and social media, and faculty members have developed key methodologies in data mining, social-network analysis and mathematical optimization. The department is also internationally known for work in supply-chain design and transportation.

A Supportive Environment

The University offers several benefits to support faculty in achieving a healthy work/life balance including domestic partner benefits, family caregiving leave, flexible spending accounts for dependent care and health care, and an automatic tenure clock extension when a minor child is added to the family. For more information about local work/life resources, including dual-career support, please see: https://worklife.uiowa.edu/. 

There is an expectation that the person in this position will maintain effective, civil, and respectful working relationships with the University of Iowa campus community and uphold a high standard of cultural competency and respect for difference that represents the Tippie College of Business' commitment to access, opportunity, and diversity.

Iowa City

A diverse community, an affordable place to live, and a vibrant cultural life make Iowa City an attractive home for scholars, scientists, artists, writers, and professionals of all kinds. Iowa City takes pride in its openness, inclusion, and safety.

Iowa City is one of just 28 UNESCO Cities of Literature in the world, affirming its reputation as an international destination for creative thinkers. With outstanding and affordable healthcare, excellent libraries and schools, historic neighborhoods, and a downtown filled with a lively mix of restaurants, shops, theater, music, and festivals, Iowa City is a casual, vibrant college town.

See https://thinkiowacity.com/ for more information.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit:

1. Curriculum vitae


2. Research statement


3. One to three samples of research papers, preferably submitted as PDF files


4. Name and contact information of references (3)

For best consideration, applications should be submitted by February 15, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications should be submitted via the Jobs@UIOWA site: https://jobs.uiowa.edu/jobSearch/postdoc/

Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.    

• An earned doctorate or strong evidence that the doctoral degree will be completed before August 1, 2025 in Applied Mathematics, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Informatics/Information Sciences, Logistics, Management Science, Operations Management/Supply Chain, Statistics, or any related field.

• Demonstrated potential for publishing high-quality research.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment.