[AISWorld] Assistant Teaching Professor - Business Analytics (multiple openings) - Northern Arizona University

[Martin D Hassell]

The Department of Information Systems, Management and Marketing is looking for two career-track faculty members to support its growth in the Business Analytics programs. The department has four undergraduate majors, including Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Information Systems or Management or Marketing. The department is planning to launch a Master of Science in Business Analytics program in Fall 2023.

Depending on the initial qualification of the candidates, they could be appointed as Assistant Teaching Professor or Assistant Professor of Practice (see Minimum Qualifications for more detail).

The primary responsibilities for this position include

  *   Teaching courses related to business analytics and (or) operations management each of the fall and spring semesters.
  *   Participating in departmental and college service activities.
  *   Provide career advisement to students.
  *   Engage in a program of intellectual activities or professional qualification requirements in accordance with FCB and AACSB guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

For the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor:

  *   A terminal degree from an AACSB accredited institution with a concentration in business analytics, operations management, information systems, or a related field.
  *   Experience teaching business analytics, operations/supply chain management, or information systems related courses at the college level.
  *   Ability to meet AACSB academic or professional qualification requirements.

For the rank of Assistant Professor of Practice:

  *   Graduate degree from an AACSB accredited institution with a concentration in business analytics, operations management, information systems, or a related field.
  *   Five years of professional experience in business analytics, operations management, or information systems field.
  *   Experience teaching business analytics, operations/supply chain management, or information systems related courses at the college level.
  *   Ability to meet AACSB academic or professional qualification requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

  *   Experience or background and interest in teaching one or more of the following:
     *   A new business analytics capstone experience class. In this class, students are encouraged to work in teams with industry partners on a comprehensive business analytics project. This capstone course will require students to identify a business problem and solve it using analytical skills. Other important skills include communication, teamwork, presentation and writing. The instructor of the class is expected to facilitate the whole process to ensure the project is well executed.
     *   A core, coordinated operations management class using simulation.
     *   Python programming.
     *   A core introduction to marketing class or other business core courses required in the Business Analytics Major.
     *   A specialized business analytics course.
  *   Demonstrated excellence in teaching with capstone experience or business consulting projects from identifying quality projects to mentoring students to successful project completion either at the undergraduate or graduate level. Excellence should be demonstrated through official student evaluations.
  *   Demonstrated excellence in teaching business analytics or operations management related courses at the college level or graduate level as shown by official student evaluations.
  *   Willingness to teach classes in different modalities, including in-person and online.
  *   Evidence of excellence in working with multicultural constituencies.
  *   Three or more years of full-time teaching experience at the college level and/or five or more years professional experience in operations management or business analytics positions.

General Information

Northern Arizona University has a student population of 29,569, including approximately 21,000 on its main campus in Flagstaff and the remainder at more than 20 locations statewide and online.

Committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment, NAU has earned a solid reputation as a university with all the features of a large institution but with a personal touch. NAU carefully balances teaching, scholarship and service with a faculty and staff dedicated to each student's success. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes. For information about diversity, access and equity at NAU, see the Center for University Access and Inclusion webpage<http://nau.edu/Center-for-University-Access-and-Inclusion/>.

While our emphasis is undergraduate education, we offer a wide range of graduate programs and research that extend to such national concerns as forest health and bioterrorism. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees.

Flagstaff has a population of about 70,000, rich in cultural diversity. Located at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks, Flagstaff is 140 miles north of Phoenix at the intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40.

With its elevation of 7,000 feet and four-season climate, Flagstaff is ideal for year-round outdoor activities. Nearby attractions include the Grand Canyon, Lowell Observatory, Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona, Monument Valley, Sunset Crater, Meteor Crater, and Arizona Snowbowl.

Background Information

Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report<https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/>. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report<https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/> is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Salary

AACSB competitive and commensurate with peer institution levels for rank and position in keeping with candidate's experience and credentials.

Benefits

This is a Faculty (FAC) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP); sick leave accruals and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members. More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU HR benefits page<https://nau.edu/Human-Resources/Benefits/>. Faculty are hired on a contract basis, renewable according to terms of the Conditions of Faculty Service<http://nau.edu/Provost/Resources-Policies/>. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). Employees will have 31 days from date of hire to enroll in benefits, and their benefits will then be effective the first day of the pay period following their completed enrollment. If a new employee chooses the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) retirement option, participation in the ASRS Plan (and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it) will begin on the first of the pay period following 183 days of employment. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP; an alternative to the ASRS plan) will begin to participate on the first day of the pay period following election. The long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following election. More information about NAU benefits is available at the NAU HR benefits page<https://nau.edu/Human-Resources/Benefits/>.

Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Submission Deadline

This vacancy will be open until filled or closed. Review of applications will begin on June 20, 2023

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button at the end of the job description if viewing this position through the NAU HR website. Otherwise, to view the original post and to apply, proceed to nau.jobs<http://nau.jobs>, follow the 'Current Openings' links, locate vacancy 607240, and then "Apply" at the bottom of the page.

Application must include: (1) a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy; and (4) names and contact information for three references. Save all items as PDF and/or Word documents.

If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the HR website<https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/employment-application-instructions/> or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR at nau.edu<http://DR@nau.edu>, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

FLSA Status

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

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