[AISWorld] Position Opening - Department Chair of Information Systems and Computer Science

[paige rutner]

The J. Whitney Bunting College of Business at Georgia College & State University invites applications for the position of Department Chair of Information Systems and Computer Science beginning July 1, 2022. Candidates with a Ph.D. in disciplinary background(s) among any of the major fields of study within management information systems, computer science, data science, business communications, or international business, are encouraged to apply. In this 12-month academic leadership position, the Chair works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of faculty to implement the Department’s and College’s goals giving special attention to the academic programs of study including our BBA in Management Information Systems, BS in Computer Science (ABET accredited), BS in Data Science (starting fall 2022), our graduate degree in Management Information Systems, and participation in the highly successful Georgia WebMBA(r). The Department also offers service courses in computer applications, business communications, and international business.

The Chair works collaboratively with the faculty in the Department, participates in the development of school/college and university policies, and contributes to AACSB and ABET accreditation efforts. Additionally, the Chair will have the capability to cultivate and maintain alumni relations, fundraise, work with an active advisory board, effectively manage course scheduling, budgets, and personnel. With approximately 375 students, 15 full time, and 15 part time faculty and staff, the Chair represents the Department on the College's Leadership Team and reports directly to the Dean of the J. Whitney Bunting College of Business. The Chair also maintains and enhances connections between the Department and business communities to establish the vision and direction for the curriculum. The Chair supervises one faculty coordinator who assists on matters of curriculum, scheduling, and ABET documentation in the respective disciplinary fields of computer science and data science as well as one faculty director of the Center of Design and E-commerce that resides within the department.



Proposed Minimum Experience/Education

Qualified candidates for the tenured rank as Full Professor must have a Ph.D. in any of the major fields of study within the broad multidisciplinary area of information systems or computer science (e.g., data science, data analytics, cyber security, networking, information technology, web development, etc.) or business communications or international business. Additionally, qualified candidates must be recognized scholars with active research records in their respective disciplines for the appointment at the rank of Full Professor with tenure at Georgia College & State University. Other required qualifications:

* understanding of the principles associated with teaching and learning;

* successful higher education teaching experience within the candidate’s area of specialization;

* strong communication skills;

* a passion for working with and mentoring students; and

* demonstrable ability to work collegiality and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds. In keeping with the University's mission, we especially encourage applicants who will further our goal of cultural, ethnic, racial, and gender diversity;

* a commitment to fostering academic excellence, rigor, and distinctiveness in the public liberal arts and in business education. All Georgia College faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core university and college curricula and providing foundation courses for majors and non‐majors alike. To carry out our public liberal arts mission, we seek faculty with the desire and ability to engage students.



Additional Responsibilities

Faculty at Georgia College are teacher-scholars and engaged university citizens. In addition to teaching in field by providing foundation courses for majors and non‐majors alike, all Georgia College faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core university core curriculum by teaching topical freshman (GC1Y) or sophomore seminar (GC2Y) courses. Faculty are also expected develop and demonstrate knowledge of current philosophies, practices, and theories related to the academic discipline. Other critical responsibilities in our teacher-scholar model include:

* Research: faculty must conduct research and develop within the profession including peer-reviewed scholarly publications, presentations at academic/professional meetings, and engage in other scholarly activities to continually meet our faculty qualifications policy.

* Service: All faculty are expected to support the advancement of our mission by providing high quality service to the department, college, university, community, and disciplinary level.



Other Information

The J. Whitney Bunting College of Business is exactly what you would expect from a premier public liberal arts university - a first-rate, student-centered, residential business education with a full array of AACSB-accredited academic programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level, for high-demand careers. Our program offerings are nationally recognized, affordable, and accessible. At the graduate level, we offer online programs in Management Information Systems, the Georgia WebMBA(r) at Georgia College, and the Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Our Master of Accountancy is currently delivered face-to-face as an ideal program for Georgia College students seeking to continue their education in the accounting field. Our goal is to develop capable, successful business professionals who are also responsible citizens committed to contributing to the community.

Georgia College, located in Milledgeville, Georgia, is the state’s designated public liberal arts university-where practical education meets life-altering, real-world experiences. For us, a liberal arts education goes beyond simply memorizing facts and philosophies. A liberal arts curriculum teaches students how to navigate the complexities of life, assess the world around them and become critical thinkers. Our skills-infused approach provides our students with an advantage that employers are looking for and expands the personal and professional lives of our graduates.

The university offers undergraduate and graduate education and serves more than 7,000 students in five colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, the J. Whitney Bunting College of Business, the John H. Lounsbury College of Education, the College of Health Science and the John E. Sallstrom Honors College. With its sprawling idyllic campus paired with talented faculty and staff, Georgia College stands at the forefront of offering a holistic liberal arts education. Our students are engaged citizens who are encouraged to think independently and lead creatively as they acquire the skills to navigate life-long challenges.

Georgia College is one of 26 institutions in the University System of Georgia, and we consistently rank among the top three universities in terms of student retention and graduation rates. Georgia College also ranks 20th on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Regional Universities - South and is recognized as a top university in the nation by the Princeton Review, Forbes Higher Education and Kiplinger’s.



Location

Serving as Georgia’s state capitol for 64 years, Milledgeville is a charming, traditional southern town located less than a two-hour drive from Atlanta, and an easy drive from all the other great cities in the Peach State - Augusta, Athens, Macon, Columbus, and Savannah. Close enough to everything, but far away enough to avoid the hustle and bustle. For more information on Milledgeville, please visit https://www.visitmilledgeville.org/.



Special Applicant Instructions

Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should submit their current CV, a letter of application, leadership philosophy statement, unofficial graduate transcripts, and a list of three references (names, address, phone numbers, and emails) via the institutional application portal at: https://core.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/hprodsso/EMPLOYEE/HCMSS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Employee&SiteId=36000&JobOpeningId=239027&PostingSeq=1.

Materials must be submitted by February 28 to receive full consideration. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. William Donoher, Chair of the Search Committee, at william.donoher at gcsu.edu or 478-445-4324.


Paige S. Rutner, PhD
Department of Information Systems and Computer Science
J. Whitney Bunting College of Business
Georgia College and State University