Assistant Professor(s) of Information Science & Systems
We are advertising for 5 Tenure-Track openings at the Assistant Professor Level
- Data Analytics Enterprise: Center for Data Analytics & Sports Gaming Research
- Data Analytics Computational: Center for Data Analytics & Sports Gaming Research
- Artificial Intelligence: Center for Equitable Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Cybersecurity Policy
- Supply Chain and Logistics: AI or Quantum or Search Strategies
We will be at ICIS 2022 Copenhagen (Room 18/19 of Career Connect area). Please come to the Career Connect area to choose a time you would like to meet us. You can also schedule a time by emailing sanjay.bapna@morgan.edu
Please check Morgan State University web site on a regular basis since these positions will appear there. Exact details for Qualifications for each of these will be available at the Morgan State University Job site.
Center Openings are 50% responsibility to the Center and 50% to the Department.
Non-Center Openings have 100% responsibility to the Department.
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Center Opening Data Analytics Enterprise (As an Example)
The Earl G Graves School of Business and Management at Morgan State University seeks to fill a tenure-track position in the Department of Information Science and Systems at Assistant level with specialization in Data Analytics applied in the business domain, beginning in August 2023. The faculty will serve as a member of the newly formed Center for Data Analytics and Sports Gaming Research (CDASGR) with 50% responsibilities to the Center and 50% to the Department. Along with other faculty responsibilities, the faculty is expected to teach 2 courses per semester during the initial two years and based on productivity, continue with that teaching load. The Center aims to study and support research into emerging technological, socio-behavioral, and attitudes towards eSports, sports wagering, problem gambling and business development trends to inform esports and gaming public policy and regulation. A startup package will be provided to the faculty.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have an earned doctorate (by August 2023) in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Management Science, Decision Sciences, or related disciplines with research experience in supporting data analytics at the enterprise and systems level. The candidate should have a demonstrated record of quality research and the potential for excellence in teaching. Prior work experiences that use related skills are desirable, though not necessary. The candidate must be very conversant with Data Analytics and Visualization tools and the processes. The candidate should have a demonstrated record of quality research and the potential for excellence in teaching. Prior work experiences that use related skills are desirable, though not necessary.
Other Preference for Consideration
Prior background in computational aspects of eSports or Sports Gaming is desirable (for positions in CDASGR).
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The University, School and the Department:
Morgan State University is Maryland's preeminent public urban research university, known for its excellence in teaching, intensive research, effective public service and community engagement. MSU has a R2 Carnegie Research designation, with a strategic aspiration to achieve a R1 Carnegie research designation by 2030. The AACSB accredited Earl G Graves School of Business and Management (GSBM) offers Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degrees.
A preeminent area of thought leadership of GSBM is excellence in the integration of digital technologies across business disciplines. We will create innovations that advance organizations for their competitive advantage and add value to meet the needs of global society. To achieve our goal, we emphasize research, outreach, and innovative curriculum. Our faculty will partner with industry professionals to advance knowledge enabling organizations to innovate through digital technologies.
The school offers undergraduate programs, masters programs and doctoral programs with specialization in Information Systems, Accounting, Marketing, Finance, Business Administration. The Department of Information Science and Systems offers BS in Supply Chain Management, BS in Information Systems, MS in Project Management, a Post-Baccalaureate certificate in Project Management and offers courses that lead to an MBA degree as well as a PhD degree with an Information Systems concentration. Faculty have/are receiving federal and private grants. Upcoming programs include MS in Data Analytics and Visualization, BS in Cybersecurity Intelligence Management, and PhD in Supply Chain and Logistics Management.
Salary: Salary is competitive.
Starting Date: August, 2023
Application:
Interested candidates should attach to the application: a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, portfolio of examples of research accomplishments, graduate transcript (initially, unofficial transcripts will be acceptable), statement of teaching philosophy with evaluation summaries and three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates must apply electronically to:
Check Morgan State University website: https://morgan.peopleadmin.com/postings/search
The faculty will serve the mission of Morgan State University and the Earl G Graves School of Business and Management through the activities of teaching, intellectual contributions and service. The person holding this position will be responsible for developing and teaching online and face-to-face undergraduate and graduate level courses in data analytics, information systems and/or project management. The candidate will conduct research and write and obtain grants in Data Analytics/Data Science/Sports Gaming/Information Systems leading to publishing in refereed journals and presenting the research in local and national conferences and serve as a member of professional organizations. The candidate will share their expertise with local and national stakeholders. It is expected that over time, the candidate will become a Thought Leader in their area of expertise. The candidate will participate in Department, School and University committees. Teaching assignments will include courses in our Masters program in Data Analytics and Visualization, doctoral and undergraduate courses in Data Visualization, Data Analytics, and depending on background and qualifications, may include courses in computer literacy, management information systems, computer networks, cybersecurity, systems analysis and design, project management, supply chain management, and enterprise information systems (SAP). As a member of the CDASGR Center faculty, engagement in multidisciplinary work with faculty with very diverse backgrounds is anticipated.