[AISWorld] Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Business Analytics/Business Intelligence at University of Missouri - Kansas City

[Ward, Sidne G.]

Assistant / Associate / Full Professor of Business Analytics and Business Intelligence

The Henry W. Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is seeking applications for a tenure-track or tenured position at the assistant, associate or full professor level in business analytics and business intelligence. Senior candidates with strong credentials may be eligible for an endowed chair or professorship. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of business analytics, candidates may possess a PhD (with consideration given to ABD candidates) in a business discipline, or in a discipline related to analytics, data science, statistics, informatics, or computer science. All candidates should possess outstanding research and teaching credentials in analytics, data science, statistics, information systems, programming, computer science, or associated areas. We prefer candidates with demonstrated expertise in a combination of business analytics competencies, such as open source programming languages (e.g., R and Python), data visualization (e.g., Tableau, ggplot), databases and data management tools (e.g., SQL and NoSQL), data engineering, machine learning, and data mining and predictive modeling. We are particularly interested in candidates with the ability to use business analytics and business intelligence to address applied challenges facing organizations, with attention to managing, extracting and visualizing structured and unstructured information.

Evidence of instructional effectiveness is required, with priority given to candidates demonstrating the ability to utilize both traditional and online modalities and the ability to address the needs of both undergraduate students and experienced professionals and executives. Also required is evidence demonstrating the capability to publish in high impact journals. For more senior candidates, the candidate must have an established and active research program with a significant portfolio of publications in top-tier outlets.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package and strong research support. Across the school, we anticipate significant faculty hiring and opportunities to enhance our environment for research, teaching and community engagement. Significant support from the Bloch Family Foundation, established by our School's namesake, Henry W. Bloch, encourages excellence in research, teaching, and engagement. The School is centrally positioned within the growing Kansas City metropolitan area, an area that boasts recent recognition for its unique combination of a low cost of living and a high quality of life. The region offers many opportunities to enjoy the arts, music, food, the outdoors, and a vibrant sports culture. It offers short commutes and excellent options for elementary and secondary education. Kansas City is home to a number of major corporations, significant foundations, as well as a vibrant community of start-ups and non-profit organizations.

The Bloch School enrolls over 1700 undergraduate and graduate students and also offers extensive non-credit programming through executive and continuing education. The Bloch School has over 60 full-time faculty and also partners with a talented group of adjunct faculty, many of whom who are in leadership roles at organizations in the region.

The school is committed to providing outstanding educational experiences for a broad range of students. We serve professionals and executives who are focusing on further developing their capabilities while fully engaged in a demanding career. We serve undergraduate students who are focused on developing skills for their first professional assignment. We serve experienced professionals seeking to make a career change. And we serve students pursing specialized graduate degrees and certificates.

The Bloch School has developed strong partnerships with corporations, start-ups, nonprofits, and governmental organizations throughout the Kansas City region. Our partners are engaged with the Bloch School by serving on Advisory Boards, supporting career programs, engaging in the classroom, and providing opportunities for internships and experimental learning. We strive to support our partners by offering programs designed to meet their talent development needs.

The Bloch School, with both AACSB and NASPAA accreditation, is committed to offering innovative programs and to ensuring students have access to outstanding career and student support services, vibrant student organizations, and opportunities to engage in global business experiences.

Minimum Qualifications
Because of the interdisciplinary nature of business analytics, candidates may possess a PhD (with consideration given to ABD candidates) in a business discipline, or in a discipline related to analytics, data science, statistics, informatics, or computer science. All candidates should possess outstanding research and teaching credentials in analytics, data science, statistics, information systems, programming, computer science, or associated areas. We prefer candidates with demonstrated expertise in a combination of business analytics competencies, such as open source programming languages (e.g., Rand Python), data visualization (e.g., Tableau, ggplot), databases and data management tools (e.g., SQL and NoSQL), data engineering, machine learning, and data mining and predictive modeling. We are particularly interested in candidates with the ability to use business analytics and business intelligence to address applied challenges facing organizations, with attention to managing, extracting and visualizing structured and unstructured information.

Evidence of instructional effectiveness is required, with priority given to candidates demonstrating the ability to utilize both traditional and online modalities and the ability to address the needs of both undergraduate students and experienced professionals and executives. Also required is evidence demonstrating the capability to publish in highimpact journals. For more senior candidates, the candidate must have an established and active research program with a significant portfolio of publications in top-tier outlets.

Application Deadline
Until position is filled.

Application Instructions

The position is listed online at: https://info.umkc.edu/hr/careers/academic-positions/ (Click on "View Jobs." In "Search Jobs" enter : 32250).
Applicants must combine all application materials (cover letter, resume, and list of three references with contact information) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment. Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). If you are experiencing technical problems, please call (855) 524-0002.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor - Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of this job. If you believe you may have difficulty performing any of the duties or functions of this job, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.


Sidne G. Ward, Ph.D.
Associate Dean
Director of Global Management Education Initiatives
Associate Professor of Information Systems
Henry W. Bloch School of Management
University of Missouri-Kansas City
5110 Cherry St., Kansas City, MO 64110, US

318 Bloch Heritage Hall
wards at umkc.edu<mailto:wards at umkc.edu>
(+1) 816-235-2321
[bloch]<https://bloch.umkc.edu/>

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