Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Information Systems & Technology
University of Missouri-St. Louis
St. Louis, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 11, 2024
Hiring Department
TheCollege of Business Administration (CoBA) at the University of Missouri–St. Louis(UMSL)
Job Description
TheCollege of Business Administration (CoBA) at the University of Missouri–St. Louis(UMSL) is seeking a Tenure Track Assistant Professor to join our collaborative and dedicated faculty in the department of Information Systems & Technology (IST). CoBA is accredited by the world's premier business school accrediting organization, the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) in both business and accounting and its undergraduate International Business program has been ranked in the top 25 nationally by US News and World Report's annual ranking of the best universities for 19 of the last 20 years. Our graduate business program is ranked by Military Times among the top 25 “Best for Vets” programs.
The Information Systems & Technology Department currently offers bachelor's and master's degrees in IST as well as Cybersecurity. Certificates and minors are also available. Courses are offered in both 100% online and in-person/hybrid modalities. The department currently serves more than 400 students across different program offerings. The department is part of the AACSB accredited College of Business Administration. Additionally, the department maintains a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (NCAE-CDE) designation by the National Security Agency (NSA). The department offers excellent opportunities for cross-disciplinary research collaborations, professional development, and work-life balance in the vibrant community of St. Louis. The department thrives by being student-centered and is advised by an active industry Advisory Board. Candidates can learn more about the department and programs atist.umsl.edu.
In addition to research and teaching, faculty are expected to actively participate in mentoring students and providing career guidance. Faculty are expected to actively engage with current departmental student-facing activities as well as demonstrate initiative to create exciting learning and career centered opportunities for IST students. Our faculty are also expected to work towards the maintenance of the department's CAE-CDE designation. College and University committees, task forces, and other activities for furthering UMSL's public land grant mission are also avenues for satisfying service expectations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
· Doctoral degree in Information Systems (IS), Cybersecurity, or closely related field earned by August 2024 (at the latest).
· A strong record of, or potential for, research, demonstrable through existing publications and a research pipeline. Areas of interest include broad topics related to Information Systems.
· Experience teaching in both face-to-face and 100% online formats at undergraduate and graduate levels.
· Teaching expertise in areas such as Systems Analysis and Design, Application Development, Cloud Computing, Business Analytics, Information Security Management, Information Security Risk Management, Information Systems Auditing, Secure Software Development, Cybersecurity Analytics, Threat Modelling and Analytics, or other Information Systems and/or Cybersecurity related topics.
· Familiarity with the information systems ecosystem and workforce needs.
· Have or show potential to actively develop and maintain industry contacts to better serve the IST students and their job placements.
Preferred qualifications:
· Research expertise combining Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, and Cybersecurity in organizational contexts is particularly welcome.
· Demonstrable potential to continue publishing in top-tier academic journals and to obtain and execute research grants from major funding sources such as the National Science Foundation, US Department of Defense, and others.
· Demonstrable record of incorporating applied/hands-on learning experiences into Information Systems and/or Cybersecurity related courses.
· Experience and established ties with industry
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary and benefits:Commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University of Missouri-St. Louis provides excellent medical, retirement, and other benefits to full-time employees (http://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/careers/faculty.html).
Application Materials
Applicants should address all requirements by uploading the following:
1. A cover letter describing fit for the position across, research, teaching, and service as described above, as well as how your experiences and expertise align with the UM System Values Statement (below).
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. A statement of research interests and program(s).
4. 2 sample publications (published or in progress).
5. A teaching philosophy statement reflecting your experience with and/or ability to support the success of students from diverse and non-traditional backgrounds.
6. Teaching evaluations.
7. Names and contact information of three references (letters of recommendation will be requested of finalists at a later stage).
Application Deadline
Application Process:Review of applications will begin October 1, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed via video conference. Final group of candidates will be invited for a Campus Visit before an offer is made.
Other Information
Join our team!
As one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse campuses in Missouri, UMSL is committed to maintaining a climate where all students, faculty, staff, and visitors can explore their interests, refine their talents and flourish. Inclusive excellence is embedded in our strategic plan which focuses on actions to recruit and retain diverse students and employees and promote activities that encourage civil and constructive discourse, reasoned thought, and sustained dialogue in an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation. We seek colleagues who are committed to our mission to transform lives.
University of Missouri System Values Statement
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research, and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate. In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Contact:Dr. Dinesh Mirchandani, Professor and Chair – Information Systems & Technology (mirchandanid@umsl.edu)or Dr. Shaji Khan, Associate Professor and Chair of the Search Committee (shajikhan@umsl.edu).
Benefit Eligibility
The University of Missouri - St. Louis offers benefit-eligible employees a wide variety of benefits including: health, dental and vision coverage effective on the first day of employment, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents and employee and dependent life insurance. For more information about our benefits, please visit:
https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate. In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
