Assistant Professor of Information & Communication Technologies - University of Wisconsin-Stout

The Hospitality & Technology Innovation Department at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin, USA, invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Information Communication Technology to educate students for careers that span the continuum of positions working where business systems, data, and people intersect to achieve business objectives. As a polytechnic university, we support student learning in alignment with UW-Stout's polytechnic tenets of applied learning and research, business and industry collaboration, and career focused experiences. The anticipated start date is August 2025.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in business information systems, information technology, or a related field by employment start date
• Five (5) years of related professional and/or teaching experience with Customer Relationship Management Systems, HTML, and systems that dynamically integrate content from databases into web pages
• Commitment to student success

Preferred

• Earned Doctorate (PhD or EdD) in a related field by employment start date
• Record of successful teaching at the post-secondary and/or professional level in online and in-person modalities
• Demonstrable experience with the use of Artificial Intelligence and its application to education, business and/or industry

The university emphasizes teaching excellence; candidates brought to campus will be required to teach a component of a class as part of the interview process and discuss how instruction partners/is supported by an online learning management system.

A terminal degree (Ph.D., DBA, etc.) required for promotion to full professor, unless by special exception process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include developing cross-disciplinary curriculum, strengthening business partnerships, and teaching coursework in the rapidly changing areas of Information and Communication Technologies, including Digital Marketing Technologies. Depending on the candidate's capabilities and the needs of the HTI Department, such courses may include Enterprise Systems, Web Development, Databases and Business Intelligence, Search Engine Optimization, Data, as well as Process Analysis. Teaching face-to-face, hybrid, online, and undergraduate and/or graduate courses may be included according to the needs of the HTI Department. In addition to teaching, all UW-Stout faculty are expected to engage in research, service, and contribute to a positive, collaborative environment dedicated to inclusive excellence. Additionally, faculty provide student academic advisement and conduct assessments of student learning, which includes contributing to academic program assessment and continuous improvement processes, in collaboration with faculty and staff.

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

The Hospitality & Technology Innovation (HTI) Department is housed within the School of Management under the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Management. The HTI Department serves three functions: instruction, professional service, and research. The HTI Department offers instruction for programs within the University focusing on hospitality and tourism, information and communication technologies, and digital marketing technologies. The Hospitality and Technology Innovation Department includes faculty and staff associated with the Digital Marketing Technology, Golf Enterprise Management, Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism Management, Information & Communication Technologies, and Real Estate Property Management disciplines.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Complete applications received by the end of the day, January 5, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after January 5, 2025 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until the position is filled.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

Required application materials:
1. Cover letter (* See below)
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
3. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references who can speak to your skills and abilities for the position
4. A statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your commitment to student success. Specifically address how you advance student learning in the areas of digital marketing as well as information and communication technologies that are in alignment with UW-Stout's polytechnic tenants. (1-2 pages)

*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a disability.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Dr. Laura Reisinger
Email: reisingerla@uwstout.edu

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Janell Reitz
Email: reitzj@uwstout.edu

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees. UW-Stout is certified as a Family Friendly Workplace recognized for market-leading employee benefits and committed to supporting children and families.

• Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
• To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

UW-Stout is committed to nondiscrimination in its employment practices and to equal employment opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate against, harass or retaliate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (as defined in state and federal law), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital or parental status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, military service, veteran status, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer's premises during non-working hours, political affiliation, declining to attend a meeting or participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, honesty testing, or any other category protected by law.

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate's completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor(s) questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

Official transcripts required at time of hire.

In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7)

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information

INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW

University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, offers an unmatched career-focused education that combines applied learning, theory and research with real-world experience that prepares tomorrow's leaders to drive the future of business and industry. At UW-Stout, our students do more than earn a degree--they do on day one. And we are #StoutProud to produce lifelong learners, ethical leaders and responsible citizens who succeed in a global society.

UW-Stout is recognized nationwide for its operational excellence. We were the first and remain the only full four-year public higher education institution in the nation to receive the Malcolm Baldrige Award, and we are dedicated to a process-improvement model that leverages the power of data and the value of our people. We believe in critical thinking and fact-informed decision making. We pursue sustainability in form and function and collaborate across campus and with our partners to solve problems in industry and society. And providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment for our faculty, staff, and students to live, learn and work is a top priority.

We offer 50+ undergraduate degrees, 20+ graduate degrees and 30+ professional certificates in Art, Design & Graphics; Business & Management; Education; Human & Social Sciences; Information Technology & Communications; and Science, Engineering & Math. Our first-class digital infrastructure and learning environments provide our nearly 7,000 students with every avenue to explore and personalize their success. As the only laptop+ campus among the 13 Universities of Wisconsin, UW-Stout provides laptops and industry-standard software, open education resources and other technology-driven advantages--all included in on-campus undergraduate tuition and fees. And we invest in people who share our vision to advance our position as Wisconsin's only Polytechnic University and as a regional, national, and international leader in higher education.

Be a part of the future at UW-Stout. Learn more at https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us

University of Wisconsin-Stout in Menomonie, Wisconsin, a community an hour east of Minneapolis-St. Paul. A pillar of Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley and recognized as one of the best small towns in America, Menomonie provides an idyllic combination of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, boutiques and arts and culture with access to a metropolitan area. For more information about the UW-Stout community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community

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