Agriculture, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blackboard, Business Analysis, College Level Faculty, Database Administration, Funding, Internet Security, Learning Management System (LMS), Logistics, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Marketing, Public Affairs, Publications, Research Skills, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Materials
Summary:
The Department of Management, Marketing, and Logistics in the College of Business and Public Affairs at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University (AAMU), an AACSB-accredited institution, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems (MIS) position. Rank and tenure-status of the position is negotiable based on qualifications. The anticipated start date is 08/2025.
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, research, and service. We are seeking a scholar with strong research potential and a passion for preparing students in emerging areas of MIS, business analytics, and cybersecurity.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct independent, high-impact research in MIS, with the potential for publications in top-tier journals (e.g., FT50).
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in MIS, with potential assignments including business analytics, cybersecurity, and other MIS-related topics.
- Develop and revise course content to align with current trends in technology and business.
- Effectively use Blackboard or other learning management systems to support course delivery.
- Participate in service activities at the departmental, college, and university levels.
Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):
- Ph.D., DBA or ABD in MIS, business analytics, cybersecurity, or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution (Ph.D. must be completed by the start date).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Required:
- Evidence of potential to publish in top-tier journals.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level.
- Familiarity with Blackboard or similar learning management systems.
Preferred:
- Expertise in areas such as business analytics, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, or emerging MIS topics.
- Experience developing innovative and interdisciplinary course content.
- A demonstrated ability to secure research funding.