Assistant Professor, Information Systems/Analytics

Company: Widener University
Location: Chester
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Widener University's School of Business Administration (SBA), which is accredited by AACSB-International, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Information Systems/Analytics at the rank of Assistant Professor starting August 2023. Faculty will primarily teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Information Systems, Analytics and related fields. The ability to teach courses in database management, object-oriented application design and development, process management and digital transformation is desired. We invite applicants who are engaging teachers, conducting high quality research and a willing to commit to academic and professional service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):

Essential duties:

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• Teach a portfolio of graduate and undergraduate courses in an applied and engaging manner
  
  
• Normally teach three courses per semester which may be in face-to-face, online or hybrid deliveries.
  
  
• Support the mission of the SBA through teaching, research and service (including leadership activities in the school, university, community, and/or profession).
  
  
  
  Secondary responsibilities:
  
  
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  • Serve as an advisor to undergraduate students
    
    
  • Contribute to curricular planning, assessment and improvement based on assessment data
    
    
  • Participate in student recruitment and retention activities
    
    
    
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):
    
    Required:
    
    
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    • Ph.D. in Information Systems or related field from an AACSB accredited business program by the date of appointment. ABD candidates will be considered with a planned completion date by December 2023.
      
      
    • Meet the requirements of AACSB for Scholarly Academic and a commitment to pursing a stream of research
      
      
    • Qualified to teach database management, object-oriented application design and development, process management and digital transformation at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
      
      
    • Commitment to excellence in teaching, high impact practices and innovative curriculum development.
      
      
    • Commitment to incorporating the use industry software, such as SQL, SAP and SAS, in courses.
      
      
    • Commitment to utilizing data visualization applications, such as Tableau
      
      
    • Commitment to leadership and service activities.
      
      
      
      Preferred:
      
      
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      • Special consideration given to candidates with the expertise and ability to teach and research in one or more of the following areas: machine learning, AI, and/or data and process mining.
        
        
      • The university offers joint certificates at the graduate and undergraduate level in SAP and SAS. Special consideration will be given to applicants with experience teaching with these tools.
        
        
      • Experience with low code/no code application development
        
        
        
        PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:
        
        
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        • The typical teaching load is three courses per semester, which may be in face-to-face, online or hybrid delivery formats.
          
          
        • Graduate classes are in the evening.
          
          
        • May have to participate in some evening and/or weekend recruitment and networking activities.
          
          
          
          Qualified candidates must submit a CV, cover letter and teaching evaluations (if available) for consideration. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only those selected to interview will be contacted.
          
          Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.
          
          Widener University requires all prospective employees to provide proof of being fully vaccinated (including booster) against COVID-19 prior to employment or apply and be approved for a medical/religious exemption. Offers may be rescinded if new employee does not provide proof of being fully vaccinated in a timely manner.
          
          Some positions may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement that may include a partially or fully remote work location, consistent with Widener's Flexible Work policy.
          
          Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.
          
          EOE M/F/V/D
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          

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