[AISWorld] Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Practice in Business Analytics in the Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University

[Jackie Rees]

The Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems within the Debbie
and Jerry Ivy College of Business invites applications with a rich
background in business analytics and a desire to facilitate interactions
between industry and students and faculty. This position is a term faculty
position with the possibility of renewal. Specific duties may include:
• Working with partner organizations to solve business analytics challenges
• Providing thought leadership in business analytics (demonstrated through
the creation of white papers, blog posts, technical reports, and other
forms of intellectual contribution)
• Teaching business analytics and information systems courses
• Representing the College and the University in business analytics
councils and professional organizations
• Assisting in the organization and execution of the annual Business
Analytics Symposium
• Other duties as assigned

The Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University, established in 1984,
conducts and shares research to educate tomorrow’s business leaders so they
are prepared to deal with multi-disciplinary, global, technological,
ethical and diversity challenges. The college offers undergraduate,
graduate and PhD programs and is accredited by The Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Less than five
percent of business schools worldwide receive this accreditation.
Additional information can be found at http://www.business.iastate.edu.

Iowa State University  <http://www.iastate.edu/>is classified as a Carnegie
Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the
Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and
World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. More than
34,000 students are enrolled and are served by over 6,200 faculty and staff.

Iowa State University is a global and culturally diverse university
committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment for
both learning and employment. We know that diversity in experience and
perspective is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving
complex problems, and building an inclusive academic community. At Iowa
State, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who
have experience working with diverse students, colleagues, and
constituents. The university has an expectation that all employees will
demonstrate a contribution to diversity and inclusion as embodied in Iowa
State University’s Principles of Community
<http://www.diversity.iastate.edu/principles-of-community>.

Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30
minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted one of the best college
towns  <http://www.thinkames.com/>in the nation.

Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to
excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all
qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented populations, and
veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is
dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF
ADVANCE institution.

All employees are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within
the program, the department, college, university activities, collegial
interactions, and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical
behavior.

• Candidates must have a Master’s degree in information systems, computer
science, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or a related discipline.
• The candidate must have at least five years professional experience
solving business problems using a variety of analytical techniques,
including, but not limited to, statistical and mathematical modeling
techniques, machine learning techniques, linear and nonlinear optimization
techniques, and simulation studies.
• For a senior ranking, candidates must have 6 years experience at an
institution of higher education.
• Must meet the college’s faculty qualification standards for AACSB
Accreditation.

• Candidates are preferred to have a doctoral degree in information
systems, computer science, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or a
related discipline.
• Certifications such as the Certified Analytics Professional or the
various SAScertifications are also desirable.
• Teaching experience with a high degree of student-industry interaction.
To apply for this position, please click on
http://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/38580  and complete the Employment
Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three References

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email
employment at iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

*Iowa State University is an EO/AA employer.  All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. *