Title: Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems (Computer Science)
Position Type: Fulltime Faculty
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Additional Schedule Details:
Posted Salary Grade: Faculty Full Time - 01
Retirement: KTRS
Contact Person: Lan Kong
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Department of Computer Science & Information Technology at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems for Academic Year 2024-2025. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment. Applicants are expected to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills with undergraduate students and the University community. The position begins August 2025.
The position serves the newly launched program in Management Information Systems, which is designed to meet the needs of current and future professionals interested in computer-science based careers in the information technology sector. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate on-campus and/or online courses that may include, but are not limited to, Intro to Management Information Systems/Business Programming, Database Management, Networks and Telecommunications, Intro to Web Programming, Information Systems Analysis and Design, and Business Data Management and Analysis, in a 4/4 annual teaching load. The candidate may be assigned to teach Computer Science and Informatics courses as well. The successful candidate will also develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda, conduct academic advising, and participate in service to the department, university, and community. In addition, membership in state, regional, national, or international professional organizations is recommended.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Earned Ph.D. in Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment.
Experience:
• Knowledge of current practices in professional communication and social media
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Analytic and problems solving skills
• Active and effective listening skills
• Ability to collaborate with peers and students
• Ability to understand and adapt to current trends in professional communication
• Evidence of good character, mature attitude, and professional integrity
Licensure & Certifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Duties:
Sponsorship: This position may be considered for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Applicants should submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Vitae
- Unofficial copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts
- Teaching philosophy
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Contact information for 3 professional references
AA/EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.
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