[AISWorld] Holder of the FedEx Chair of Excellence in MIS at the University of Memphis

[Chen Zhang (czhang12)]

The Department of Business Information and Technology (BIT) invites applicants for the FedEx Chair of Excellence in MIS effective fall semester 2019, pending available funding. All specializations in MIS will be considered; demonstrated interest in econometrics-based research and/or contemporary data science and business analytics is a plus. The successful candidate: (a) will have an outstanding research record with publications in MIS leading journals such as MIS Quarterly, Information Systems Research, Journal of Management Information Systems, Journal of the Association of Information Systems, Information Systems Journal, European Journal of Information Systems, etc.; (b) should be well recognized in the MIS field; © will have a history of effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels; (d) will be effective in doctoral teaching and conducting research seminars, mentoring doctoral students and faculty, maintaining a strong research program and seeking external research funding; (e) will be expected to build connections with the business and academic community, and (f) will also fulfill professional and university service duties. Demonstrated professional leadership in MIS, such as serving on editorial boards of leading MIS journals and playing pivotal roles at the discipline’s leading conferences are desired.

The Department is an academically diverse and professionally active group of 15 full-time faculty members. It offers the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees in Business Information and Technology, and five graduate Certificate Programs. The department supports other academic programs of the Fogelman College of Business and Economics. For more information about the department and its programs, visit http://www.memphis.edu/bitm/
Minimum Position Qualifications
Applicants should have an earned doctorate in MIS or a very closely related area from an AACSB-accredited institution or foreign equivalent and should be familiar with the US higher education system. Candidates must have an outstanding research record as demonstrated by publications in top-tier MIS journals, an interest in teaching doctoral seminars, the capability to mentor doctoral students and other faculty, and professional experience appropriate to this senior appointment. Serving on editorial boards of leading MIS journals is also desired. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated interests in seeking and obtaining external funding for research.

The College
The Fogelman College of Business and Economics has become a leading business school in the Southeast. Globalization is a strategic emphasis of the College. Degree programs offered include the BBA, MA (Economics), MBA, Executive MBA, International MBA, MS, and PhD. The academic programs of the College are fully accredited by AACSB International. The College faculty approximately 100 serves over 3,000 students, with approximately 2,450 undergraduates, 525 master's students, and 60 doctoral students. The highly qualified faculty is recognized for scholarship and publications in leading academic and professional journals.
The University
The University of Memphis is emerging as one of America's great metropolitan research universities. Founded in 1912, the University is a state, tax-assisted institution with an enrollment of more than 21,000 students. The University is one of two comprehensive doctoral-granting public institutions in Tennessee, offering a broad array of degree programs at all levels. The University has 24 Chairs of Excellence, more than any other Tennessee university, and five state-approved Centers of Excellence. The modern and beautifully landscaped campus is centrally located in an attractive residential area of east Memphis. For additional information about the University, visit the Web site at: http://www.memphis.edu<http://www.memphis.edu/>.

The Community
Located in southwestern Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi river, Memphis is one of the South's largest and most attractive cities. The population of Memphis is about 650,000, with over 1.3 million in the metropolitan area. Memphis is home to many nationally and internationally known companies, including three Fortune 500 companies: FedEx Corporation, AutoZone, and International Paper. Memphis is a major distribution center and boasts the world's second busiest cargo airport. As a primary medical, education, communication, and transportation center, Memphis offers a full range of research opportunities and cultural experiences. The city, known worldwide for its musical heritage, has many fine restaurants, theaters, and museums, as well as one of the nation's largest urban park systems. Memphis has one of the lowest costs of living among metropolitan cities of 600,000 or more and enjoys a mild climate.
Application Instructions
All application materials must be submit to the UofM’s employment system at https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/20532

  1.  Curriculum Vitae
  2.  Cover Letter
  3.  References List
  4.  Unofficial Transcript
Informal discussions with the search committee members will be held during the 2018 International Conference on Information Systems or via video conference in January 2019. The position will remain open until filled.
Questions regarding the position should be directed to the interim department chair and the search committee chair Dr. Chen Zhang at Chen.Zhang at memphis.edu
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Chen Zhang
Associate Professor
Interim Department Chair
Department of Business Information and Technology
Fogelman College of Business and Economics
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN 38152
Office: 901-678-5671
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