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Assistant or Associate Professor of ISOM

Employer
Ball State University
Location
Muncie, Indiana, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
May 24, 2023

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

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Position Title

Assistant or Associate Professor of ISOM

About this Opportunity

The Department of Information Systems and Operations Management at Ball State University has an Assistant or Associate Professor with tenure position starting January 8, 2024 or August 16, 2024.

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  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development
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Appointment Type

Tenure-track

Length of Appointment

FT Academic Year

Description

The Department of Information Systems and Operations Management at Ball State University has an Assistant or Associate Professor with tenure position starting January 8, 2024 or August 16, 2024.

Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses the ISOM department offered, conducting research, and providing service at the department, college, and university levels.

Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrable leadership skills in guiding the growth and development of Business Information Systems program and curricula.

Minimum Qualifications

Earned a doctorate degree in information systems, operations management, supply chain management, business analytics, operations research, or other closely related areas from an accredited institution by the date of appointment.

Minimum of five years of tenure-line faculty service or an earned tenure from an AACSB accredited school of business by date of appointment is required for being considered for Associate Professor position.

Authorization to work in the US

Employer will consider sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrable leadership skills in guiding the growth and development of Business Information Systems program and curricula.

Required Certifications/Licensures

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Department

Info Systems & Operations Mgt:300060

College/Department Information

Department Email or Phone Number

qgu@bsu.edu

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202301102F

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

01/08/2024

Position End Date

Posting Date

05/24/2023

Applications Accepted Through Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

07/28/2023

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

In the Required Applicant Documents section, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information

Qiannong Gu, qgu@bsu.edu

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. (DO NOT USE) Inclusive Excellence Statement
Optional Documents
  1. Undergraduate Transcripts
  2. Master's Transcripts
  3. Teaching Statement/Portfolio
  4. Research Statement/Papers
  5. Teaching Evaluations
  6. Teaching Philosophy Statement
  7. Letter of Recommendation 1
  8. Letter of Recommendation 2


Company

Ball State

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We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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