[AISWorld] Open-Rank Tenure-Line Faculty, Information Systems (George Mason University)

[Shun Ye]

Dear Colleagues,

The Information Systems and Operations Management (ISOM) area of the School of Business at George Mason University invites applications for two open-rank tenure-line faculty positions in Management of Information Systems (MIS) beginning Fall 2021. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Major responsibilities include conducting high quality research and teaching Management of Information Systems (MIS) courses in the undergraduate and graduate programs. The teaching load for this position is determined according to the School’s workload policy, which specifies an initial load of 3 courses/year for candidates with fresh PhDs and highly productive senior researchers. Additional responsibilities include service to the ISOM area, the School of Business, the University and the profession.

Successful applicants will have a Ph.D. in MIS or a closely related discipline. Doctoral candidates must provide clear evidence of expected completion of their degree prior to the start date. Junior-level candidates will demonstrate strong potential for excellence in research and teaching in the MIS area. Senior-level candidates will have a proven record of research, and evidence of teaching MIS courses at undergraduate and graduate levels. Senior level candidates may be considered for a tenured appointment at Associate or Full level, subject to School and University approval. Preference will be given to candidates whose research interests align with those of the current MIS faculty.

ISOM Area:
The ISOM area consists of 16 MIS and OM tenure-track/tenured faculty members, and 13 term faculty members.  They have published their research in top-tier business journals, and have won several college- and university-level teaching awards. They also serve as members of editorial review boards of leading journals in their fields. They have published their research in top-tier business journals, and have won several college- and university-level teaching awards. They also serve as members of editorial review boards of leading journals in their fields.

The School of Business:
Dedicated to excellence in research and teaching, the School of Business educates future business leaders through world-class, innovative academic programs and strategic business partnerships. Ranked among the top 100 undergraduate business school programs and top 50 part-time MBA programs by the U.S. News and World Report, the School of Business is accredited in both business and accounting by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. Faculty are deeply engaged in the regional, national, and international business communities; and their academic expertise combined with real-world experience provides a bridge in the classroom from academic theory to business practice. The school is evolving to become more interdisciplinary, more connected, and more diverse. The School of Business is pursuing three strategic directions through research, teaching, and partnerships: 1. Digital Transformation of Work; 2. Ensuring Global Futures by addressing the challenges of ensuring a livable and resilient society; and 3. Entrepreneurship and Innovation. To support these strategic initiatives, the School of Business is playing a significant role in three new university initiatives: the Institute for Digital InnovAtion (IDIA); the Institute for a Sustainable Earth (ISE); and the School of Computing.

George Mason University:
George Mason University is the largest public research university in Virginia, with an enrollment of approximately 37,000 students studying in over 200 degree programs. Mason is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in a range of academic fields. It is classified as an R1 research institution by the Carnegie Classifications of Institutes of Higher Education. Mason stands at the doorstep of the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, with unmatched geographical access to a number of federal agencies and national laboratories. The northern Virginia business community includes a large number of Fortune 500 companies. In addition to its 677-acre main campus in Fairfax, Mason has campuses in Arlington and Prince William counties in Virginia, as well as an international campus in Songdo, Korea.

Instructions for Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply online at http://jobs.gmu.edu for position number F9903z by January 3, 2021, complete and submit the online application; and upload a Letter of Intent, Curriculum Vitae, and List of Professional References. Review of applications will begin January 4, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

Regards,
Shun

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Shun Ye, Ph. D.
Associate Professor & Assistant Area Chair
Information Systems and Operations Management
School of Business, George Mason University
4400 University Drive, MS 5F4
Fairfax, VA 22030
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