[AISWorld] Lecturer - IT Supply Chain Management University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

[FAN-OSUALA, ONOCHIE]

Lecturer - IT Supply Chain Management - 15855
ATTENTION:

The Department of Information Technology and Supply Chain Management in the College of Business and Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater anticipates one or two full-time Instructional Academic Staff openings beginning August, 2020. These are full-time positions with responsibilities for teaching undergraduate courses in information technology, especially networking and Cybersecurity, and service to the university and community.

JOB DETAILS:

The ability to teach a variety of undergraduate courses in networking and Cybersecurity such as IT infrastructure, system administration, network administration, IT security assessment and audit, and IT service management is required. Candidates ability to develop industry partnerships is preferred. Ability to mentor and advise students is required. The candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities and embrace the principles of diversity and inclusion as a member of the university community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

  *   Minimum qualifications include an M.B.A. from an AACSB accredited institution or relevant Masters of Science.
  *   Academic background should include courses in information technology, computer science, computer engineering, or business/technology education
RESPONSIBILITIES:

  *   Teaching undergraduate courses in information technology - particularly in the networking and Cybersecurity domain
  *   Faculty members serve as advisors/mentors to students and are encouraged to engage students in undergraduate research or other scholarly and creative activities
  *   Service responsibilities include committee service at the departmental, college, and university levels as well as participation in community organizations as relevant to the candidate's expertise and interest
  *   Faculty at UW-W may be required to teach traditional, online, and/or in a hybrid format, or courses in the evenings or on weekends
  *   Faculty may also elect to teach New Student Seminar or University Learning Communities, or participate in other programs geared toward improving to student success
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  *   Demonstrated commitment to teaching with an emphasis on promoting the success of undergraduate students, and serving as active member of the university community
  *   Ability to teach a variety of undergraduate courses in networking and Cybersecurity
  *   Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
  *   Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:

The Department of Information Technology and Supply Chain Management (http://www.uww.edu/cobe/itscm) is one of the seven departments in the College of Business and Economics (http://www.uww.edu/cobe). There are 19 full-time faculty and staff members supporting nearly 400 undergraduate majors and 100 undergraduate minors with emphases in business analysis, data analytics, networking and security, and project management. The College of Business and Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is the largest business school in the state of Wisconsin. The College enrolls over 4,700 business undergraduate students with over 30 majors/emphases in the 2017-18 academic year. Graduate programs offered include Masters of Business Administration (with 11 unique emphases), Masters of Professional Accountancy, Masters of Science in Finance, Masters in Environmental Safety and Health, and Doctorate of Business Administration.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

Founded in 1868, UW-Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions, 13 freshman-sophomore branch colleges, and a statewide Extension. In the fall of 2018, as a result of the University of Wisconsin System's restructuring of the state's 13 two-year campuses formerly known as UW Colleges, UW-Rock County began operating as a branch campus of UW-Whitewater under the new name of University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at Rock County. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Campus and Rock Campus are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offers the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.

The Warhawk family - led by caring faculty and staff - is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs. UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the state. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater is a Division III NCAA university. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 26-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per UPS Operation Policy: TC1, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

To learn more about UW-Whitewater's competitive benefits packages go to our: ALEX webpage, which is our interactive benefits decision support tool.

SPECIAL NOTES:

UW-Whitewater embraces AAC&U's LEAP principles (http://www.uww.edu/leap) and emphasizes student, staff and faculty participation in High-Impact Practices (https://www.aacu.org/resources/high-impact-practices). The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (http://www.uww.edu/orsp) provides support for faculty scholarly and creative activities as well as other opportunities to apply for reassigned time and/or other resources to support research activities. UW-Whitewater faculty and staff also have access to technology transfer and research resources provided by WiSys (https://www.wisys.org).

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received by October 15, 2019 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262-472-1024 or hrstudent at uww.edu<mailto:hrstudent at uww.edu>.

For questions regarding the position, please contact:

Onochie Fan-Osuala
Assistant Professor
fanosuao at uww.edu<mailto:fanosuao at uww.edu>
(262) 472-1462

TO APPLY:

Only complete application packages will be considered. A complete application includes online submission of the following documents:

  *   Cover letter/letter of interest
  *   Statement of teaching philosophy
  *   Curriculum Vita
  *   Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later time)
  *   Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if offered the position)
This Job ID is 15855.


Onochie Fan-Osuala
Assistant Professor
Department of IT and Supply Chain Management
College of Business and Economics
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
Rm 3420 Hyland Hall, 809 W. Starin Rd, Whitewater, WI 53190
Phone: (262) 472-1462
fanosuao at uww.edu