Professor of Practice in Data Science and Information Systems (Open-Rank)

Summary Information:

The Area of Information Systems and Quantitative Sciences (ISQS) in the Rawls College of Business at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Professor of Practice in Data Science and Information Systems position at all levels (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Practice), starting September 2025.

At Texas Tech University, the Professor of Practice title is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities normally will be to teach in an area of expertise, mentor students in professional and career preparation, and liaise with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

Required Qualifications:

In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across all areas of teaching, and/or research/creative activity, and/or service.

Specific required qualifications are:

The candidates should possess a master’s or higher degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration or a closely related discipline. The candidates should have knowledge and experience of using Generative AI and large language models either academically or in the industry and be willing to develop and teach Generative AI in business and information systems courses to both undergraduate and graduate students. Successful candidates should have outstanding communication skills and be able to translate complex technical content into formats that resonate within a business context.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, candidates with the following qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given preference:

Having industrial experience of developing and/or managing Generative AI applications; Having experience of, or interest in, teaching courses related to Web design, application development, enterprise architecture and system integration.

The track record of accomplishments in teaching and research or professional engagement that aligns with the strategic initiatives of the Area, College, and University should be commensurate with the rank applied for.

About the University, College, and Department/School/Area

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students, with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School.  The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

The Jerry S. Rawls College of Business is AACSB accredited and houses the School of Accounting that holds separate AACSB accreditation. The college offers the BBA degree with majors in accounting, energy commerce, finance, information technology, management, marketing, and supply chain management. Several formats of the MBA program are offered in fulltime, weekend, and online modalities in Lubbock, the Dallas/Fort Worth area, Houston, and San Antonio. The College offers MS degrees in data science, accounting, finance, and marketing research and analytics. A Ph.D. in business administration is offered with tracks in accounting, finance, management, management information systems, and marketing. With a faculty of over 140 and a staff that exceeds 80, the college enrolls over 5,000 undergraduate and 800 graduate students.

The Area of Information Systems and Quantitative Sciences (ISQS) in the Rawls College of Business has been at the forefront of research in information systems for decades and was recently ranked as the 32nd in North America and the 40th worldwide based on research contributions in the most recent 2021-2024 timeframe based on the top two Information Systems journals of the UTD24 list (MIS Quarterly and Information Systems Research). We offer an IT undergraduate degree, a Master of Science in Data Science (MS-DS), and a Ph.D. in Business Administration with specialization in Management Information Systems. Our MS-DS program was ranked the No. 3 best online non-MBA program in the nation in 2022.

About Lubbock

Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the South Plains region's educational, cultural, economic, and healthcare hub, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

To Apply for this Position

Please include the following documents in your application:

Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Philosophy Other document(s) directly related to required qualifications A list of references with names and contact information

For full consideration, please apply by November 30, 2024. Applications will be accepted until January 15, 2025. Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Inmyung Choi, Search Committee Chair(inmyung.choi@ttu.edu). If you need assistance with the application process, contact Human Resources,Talent Acquisition at hrs.recruiting@ttu.edu or 806-742-3851.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin immediately and continues until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please complete an online application at: (https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5637&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=875808). Requisition # 39036BR