Assistant Professor - Utah State University

Overview:

The Data Analytics and Information Systems (DAIS) Department in the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level to provide leadership in innovative pedagogical strategies to promote strong student outcomes across modern learning platforms. This academic-year (nine-month) faculty position will support the development and maintenance of programs of excellence in both teaching and research, with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2025. Salary is competitive. An excellent benefits package includes retirement programs, life, medical, dental, and disability insurance.

Responsibilities:

We seek an individual who shares our commitment to excellence and will help the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business achieve continued growth in our national reputation, and who will provide strong support for our strategy to build innovative programs that serve remote and nontraditional learners, particularly through USU’s Statewide Campus system. The DAIS department is dynamic, hands-on, and student-focused. We emphasize experiential learning throughout our courses and particularly through the Analytics Solutions Center (ASC; see huntsman.usu.edu/asc/index). The ASC provides opportunities for students to work on cutting-edge projects with corporate partners and faculty mentors. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated a commitment to outstanding teaching and mentoring, a dedication to the value of student success as our top priority, and a drive to adapt to the rapidly evolving information systems and tech environments in modern enterprise. They will also be recognized both within academia and the broader community as an ethical leader. It is expected that the applicant will be a highly productive researcher, maintain a presence as a leading scholar, and build strong networks with prominent individuals in academia, business, and government. Faculty in the Huntsman School of Business are also expected to provide leadership in their respective programs and to make meaningful contributions to the academic and professional communities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Information Systems, Instructional Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (ABD considered, but dissertation must be completed prior to appointment)
• Background and experience in pedagogical innovation for programs intersecting strongly with Information Systems and Data Analytics
• Strong commitment to professional development and upskilling in the rapidly evolving tech and information systems environment
• Highly effective communications skills, including listening, writing, and speaking
• Demonstration of collegiality among peers and constituents
• Strong commitment to outstanding undergraduate teaching and mentoring
• Demonstration of teaching experience and effectiveness through student evaluations, peer evaluations, or achievement of learning outcomes
• Ability to explain complex and technical concepts in an understandable way
• Evidence of established or emerging research stream(s) with publication potential in top-quality information systems or other tech-related journals
• Willingness to serve colleagues and students through departmental, college, and university assignments

Required Documents:

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"
2. Cover letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
3. Three Letter(s) of Recommendation to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
4. Teaching Evaluations to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary:Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefitsADA:

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  

College/Department Highlights:

The Department of Data Analytics and Information Systems (DAIS) provides an outstanding opportunity for students to gain the skills and experience needed in an increasingly data-driven world, and to use information and data technologies to inform strategic decision-making in the private and public sectors. The DAIS department serves approximately 400 undergraduate information systems/data analytics majors and provides service courses to students throughout the Huntsman School of Business and the broader university community. The department also offers Master’s degree programs in Management Information Systems (MMIS) and Data Analytics (MDATA). Students in DAIS learn how to problem-solve with advanced database management, programming, and analytics tools, collaborating with faculty who are at the forefront of these fields. Students also have the opportunity to network and apply their learning in real-world settings, through internships, student clubs, and Huntsman School events. The Analytics Solutions Center housed within the DAIS department sponsors ongoing, faculty-mentored projects where students work on real-world data and systems problems for external partners and sponsors. These collaborations provide a key experiential opportunity for students to work on real-world analytics problems under the guidance of faculty and partner mentors.

 

The mission of the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business is to develop leaders of distinction in commerce and public affairs. Its purpose is to be an engine of growth for our community, the state, the nation, and the world, and to enable our students to lead lives of meaning and contribution. With seven undergraduate majors, fifteen minors, six graduate degrees, and a broad portfolio of extra-curricular activities, Huntsman students have a variety of options to develop the knowledge and skills needed for career and personal success and fulfillment. Delivered in a state-of-the-art teaching facility in Logan, and at locations throughout the state of Utah and across the globe, our programs are focused around our four pillars: ethical leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, global vision, and analytical rigor.

University Highlights:

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

 

*updated 04/2024

Notice of Non-discrimination:

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023