[AISWorld] Tenure-track IS Faculty Position at Western Illinois University

[George Mangalaraj]

The School of Computer Sciences (SCS) in the College of Business and
Technology at Western Illinois University is actively recruiting for
multiple tenure-track positions. The established School of Computer
Sciences represents an array of disciplines that utilize all manner of
technology to effect innovation and efficiencies in the creation of
industry relevant skills in the context of STEM and related educational
programs.  Offering undergraduate degrees in Computers Sciences,
Information Systems (Macomb and QC campus), and Cybersecurity, and graduate
degrees in Computer Science, and Information Systems Concentration in the
MBA program. The school serves approximately 250 undergraduate majors and
125 graduate majors.  The Cybersecurity program has been accepted for
review as a National Center of Academic Excellence (NCAE-C) designation.

For additional information about the school, please see:
http://www.wiu.edu/computersciences

*Required Qualifications*:

Earned doctorate in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems,
or closely related field.  Although preference is given to candidates with
a completed PhD by the appointment start date, ABDs in Cybersecurity,
Computer Science, or Information Systems will be considered.  ABDs who have
not completed the PhD within one year from their start date will receive a
terminal contract.(For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from
a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education or
equivalent from an international accrediting body). Demonstrated research
agenda.

*Preferred Qualifications:*

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate a willingness and
the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in cybersecurity,
computer science, and/or information systems.  Preference may be given to
candidates with research or teaching backgrounds in computer graphics, big
data, databases, data analytics, or software engineering.  Candidates
should also demonstrate a willingness to develop and deliver innovative
courses. For appointment as associate professor, preference will be given
to applicants teaching and pursuing research in cybersecurity.

Here is the link for the online application:
https://wiu.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=135441


*Application Instructions:*

APPLICATION: Complete applications include:

1) a letter of application

2) current curriculum vita or resume

3) the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current
professional references

4) copies of unofficial academic transcripts and any
certifications/licenses required, official copies will be requested of
selected candidate

5) a separate statement regarding your commitment to diversity, equity and
inclusion

Western Illinois University endeavors to provide a safe environment for its
employees and students and requires candidates to submit to a background
investigation upon offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon
compliance with University policies and procedures relating to the receipt
and evaluation of information contained in the background investigation.

Questions regarding the search may be directed to: Dennis DeVolder at
d-devolder at wiu.edu.

For assistance with the online application system contact the Office of
Human Resources at (309)298-1971 or via email at hr-recruitment at wiu.edu.

*About Western Illinois University:*

Since 1902, Western Illinois University has provided outstanding
educational opportunities to individuals in west central Illinois and well
beyond our region and state. WIU's traditional residential campus in
Macomb, Illinois, is the educational, cultural and athletic center of the
region, while the WIU-Quad Cities non-residential branch campus in Moline,
Illinois, is the only public university in the immediate Quad Cities region.

Western is a comprehensive university offering 62 undergraduate and 41
graduate degree programs, which includes an Ed.D. in educational leadership
and a Ph.D. in environmental science. The University's 442 full-time
faculty members teach 94 percent of all undergraduate and graduate courses.

WIU-Macomb, IL: A traditional, residential four-year campus with
distinctive undergraduate degrees and numerous graduate programs, including
a doctorate in education, WIU-Macomb is located in the heart of west
central Illinois in Macomb (population 20,000). Macomb is an Amtrak city
with twice-daily service to Chicago.

WIU-Quad Cities: The only public university in the Quad Cities area, WIU-QC
offers select undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in
education and a doctorate in environmental studies, at its non-residential
campus in Moline, IL (population 44,000).

WIU's Macomb campus is the educational, cultural and athletic center of the
region. Annually, 12 major theatrical and dance productions and studio
shows are performed, along with outstanding concerts, lectures,
presentations, films, dance performances and more. The Gwendolyn Brooks and
Casa Latina cultural centers offer programs and activities focusing on
Black and Hispanic cultures, while the Women's Center promotes gender
equity through education, support and advocacy. WIU's student organization
for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning and ally
(LGBTQ*A) community provides resources, support and programming. These
cultural and resource centers promote WIU's goal of enhancing diversity,
equity, and inclusion through educational programming and advocacy.

The University's athletics program, based on the Macomb campus, sponsors 17
NCAA Division I intercollegiate men's and women's varsity sports. Football
competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision through
the Missouri Valley Football Conference; all other varsity sports compete
at the Division I level through The Summit League.


[image: email graphic] <http://www.wiu.edu/> *George Mangalaraj, PhD* |
Professor of Information Systems
School of Computer Sciences
Western Illinois University
Stipes Hall 447M | 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455