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Assistant Professor Information Systems and Analytics
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Position Number: 5673070
Location: Statesboro, GA
Position Type: Business - Information Systems and Technology

Assistant Professor Information Systems and Analytics

Job ID: 277657
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information

Within this setting, the Department of Information Systems and Analytics in the Parker College of Business offers a BBA in Information Systems. The mission of Department is to provide students with the knowledge, experiences, and support they need to develop into graduates that bring impact to organizations and people, in line with Georgia Southern University's Strategic Pillars of student success, teaching and research, inclusive excellence, and community engagement. The Department is a member of the SAP University Alliances and has a strong reputation for being a lead institution in Enterprise Systems curriculum. The Department offers a BBA in Information Systems and Analytics with a curriculum that allows students to customize their program to match their interests and career goals, and to focus on business analytics, enterprise systems or project management, or enterprise security. The faculty members of the Department also participate in offering courses in the MBA and WebMBA programs in the College. This position is expected to contribute to different areas of focus of the Department through research, teaching, and service.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Information Systems and Analytics, the Assistant Professor position is a 10-month, tenure-track appointment. Faculty are expected to engage in productive discipline-related research and scholarship and be committed to excellence in teaching and learning as well as professional service. In addition, commitment to continuous growth and professional development along with contribution to student success are expected. Moreover, they are expected to be able to contribute to a positive work environment in the Department, College, and University. The salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications

A PhD, or DBA, in Information Systems or a closely related field, with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Information Systems, from an AACSB accredited school is required by August 1, 2025.

Evidence of the ability to develop and implement a research agenda and publish in high-quality IS or closely related discipline journals.

Evidence of the potential for above-average teaching ability.

Evidence of effective communication skills.

Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.

Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.

Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Interest in ongoing professional development within the discipline.

Interest in ongoing professional development within the discipline.

Evidence of quality teaching and research excellence including grant activities.

Teaching and research interest in the following areas:

Enterprise systems, including ERP/SAP
Business analytics and business intelligence
Machine learning and artificial intelligence
Programming (Python, Java, R, ABAP, etc.)
Enterprise infrastructure and security
Enterprise systems analysis and design
Database management (SQL)
Project management (Agile, Analytics)

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; (un)official copies of transcripts of all prior degree studies; recent teaching evaluations (if prior teaching experience); and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. See https://hr.georgiasouthern.edu/employment-opportunities/ to apply.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Screening of applications begins October 25, 2024 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2024.

Contact Information

Dr. Manouchehr Tabatabaei, Search Chair

mtabatabaei@georgiasouthern.edu

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom: https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

To learn more about Georgia Southern University Vision, Mission and Values see here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Conditions of Employment

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad and outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period within current policy.

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu, (https://parker.georgiasouthern.edu), and (https://parker.georgiasouthern.edu/esa). The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources at 912-478-6947.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check

Standard + Education

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=277657&PostingSeq=1