Assistant/Associate Professor of Decision Sciences (Business Analytics)

Assistant/Associate Professor of Decision Sciences (Business Analytics)

Category: Faculty
Department: Economics and Decision Sciences
Locations: Macomb, IL
Posted: Apr 25, 2022
Closes: Open Until Filled
Type: FT - Continuous


About Western Illinois University:

Western Illinois University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, serves nearly 7,500 students at its traditional, residential four-year campus in Macomb, IL, and its metropolitan branch campus in Moline, IL. Compliance with state and federal hiring standards is coordinated through WIU's Office of Equal Opportunity & Access.

Western Illinois University is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including, but not limited to, minorities, veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities. WIU has a nondiscrimination policy that includes discrimination based on an individual's membership in the following classes: sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other classes protected by state or federal law.


Job Description:

APPOINTMENT: August 18, 2022.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching, Research, and Service. Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level classes in decision sciences, with experience in popular statistical programming languages, as well as competency in teaching applied statistics and business analytics courses. A minimum teaching load of 3/3 is required with primary need on the Macomb campus. The candidate is expected to engage in research and be able to publish in peer reviewed journals. The successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to meet the research requirements for tenure and promotion in a program accredited by AACSB; also engage in service activities at the department, college, and university level.

RANK & SALARY: Two Assistant/Associate Professor positions. Compensation is dependent on rank and qualifications and is competitive with regional comprehensive universities. Western Illinois University offers a competitive benefits package, including domestic partner benefits. For full benefit information, visit http://www.wiu.edu/vpas/human_resources/benefits/.


Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. or ABD in Statistics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Decision Sciences, or a closely related field by start of employment. Although preference is given to candidates with a completed Ph.D. by the appointment start date, ABDs will be considered. ABDs who have not completed the Ph.D. within one year from their start date will receive a terminal contract.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred candidates will have teaching and/or research experience in one or more of the following fields: applied or business statistics, statistical computing, machine learning, Bayesian methodology, econometrics, or related fields. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Ideal candidates would also have independent teaching experience, including technology-driven course delivery.

For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body). Unless otherwise stated, the degree must be "in hand" at the time of application.


Additional Information:

About WIU (wiu.edu/about/):

Since 1899, Western Illinois University has provided outstanding educational opportunities to individuals in west central Illinois and well beyond our region and state. WIU's traditional residential campus in Macomb, Illinois, is the educational, cultural and athletic center of the region, while the WIU-Quad Cities non-residential branch campus in Moline, Illinois, is the only public university in the immediate Quad Cities region.

WIU-Macomb, IL (Student Population: 6,539): A traditional, residential four-year campus offering a comprehensive slate of undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education, WIU-Macomb is located in the heart of west central Illinois in Macomb. Amtrak provides twice-daily service from Macomb to Chicago (and point in-between). Macomb is located approximately 75 miles from the Quad Cities International Airport (Moline, IL) and 70 miles from the Greater Peoria Regional Airport (Peoria, IL).

WIU-Quad Cities (Student Population: 916): The only public university in the Quad Cities area, WIU-QC offers select undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education and a doctorate in environmental studies, at its metropolitan, non-residential campus in Moline, IL.

WIU Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism (wiu.edu/dei):

Western Illinois University fosters respect, equity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. WIU is committed to anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, social justice, and diversity. We value inclusion as a core value and as an essential element of Western's public service mission. WIU embraces individual uniqueness and a culture of inclusion that supports broad and specific diversity initiatives. Western believes in the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society as integral to the success of all individuals.

At WIU, we will:
Maintain a safe and secure environment for all members of our University communities.
Educate and empower students, staff, and faculty to be social justice advocates.
Provide curricula, programs, training, resources, and environments that reflect and strengthen the diversity of our communities, and to elevate cultural awareness and understanding.
Ensure fair, equitable, and inclusive access to University facilities, programs, resources, and services.
Create inclusive and equitable policies and practices.
Diversify the University's workforce by assessing hiring practices to attract, retain, and develop talented staff and faculty from diverse backgrounds.
Address intergroup disparities through areas as representation, retention, learning outcomes, and graduation rates.
Create a Universitywide diversity plan to ensure a continued commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, social justice, and diversity.

Academics (wiu.edu/academics):

More than 61 undergraduate degree programs, 40 graduate programs, two doctoral programs and 13 post-baccaulaureate certificate programs prepare students for a successful career after graduation.

Student Resources:

There are more than 200 student organizations at Western that provide social, academic, recreation, sports, service, and many other opportunities for students to grow and learn, develop leadership skills, and much more. Numerous concerts, lectures, films, dance performances, cultural events and more are presented and performed each year, along with numerous major theatrical and dance productions and studio shows, and a variety of service-oriented projects and activities, all in a diverse and inclusive campus environment. The Multicultural Center is home to four cultural and resource centers: The Gwendolyn Brooks, Casa Latina, the Women's Center, and the LGBT*QA Resource Center. These cultural and resource centers promote WIU's goal of enhancing justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion through educational programming and advocacy.

WIU Intercollegiate Athletics (wiu.edu/athletics):

The University's athletics program, based on the Macomb campus, sponsors 17 NCAA Division I intercollegiate men's and women's varsity sports. Football competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision through the Missouri Valley Football Conference; all other varsity sports compete at the Division I level through The Summit League.


Application Instructions:

APPLICATION: Complete applications include:

1) a cover letter

2) current curriculum vitae

3) letters of recommendation from 3 references

4) a teaching philosophy statement, and evidence of teaching effectiveness if available

5) a research agenda statement, and evidence of research effectiveness

6) an example of scholarly writing

7) unofficial copies of all academic transcripts; official transcripts are required for the selected candidate

Please upload the requested documents by clicking APPLY NOW or navigating to the WIU Employment page at the following URL http://www.wiu.edu/employment/. **Note** To upload, individual documents must be under 2 MB in size. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled..

Western Illinois University endeavors to provide a safe environment for its employees and students and requires candidates to submit to a background investigation upon offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon compliance with University policies and procedures relating to the receipt and evaluation of information contained in the background investigation.

Direct questions regarding the search to the school director at afed@wiu.edu. For assistance with the online application system, contact the Office of Human Resources at (309)298-1971 or via email at hr-recruitment@wiu.edu.

For assistance with the online application system contact the Office of Human Resources at (309)298-1971 or via email at HR-office@wiu.edu.



To apply, visit https://wiu.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=146763&CNTRNO=10&TSTMP=0

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