[AISWorld] Teaching Assistant Professor of Information Systems Position at Northern Arizona University

[Martin D Hassell]

The W. A. Franke College of Business (FCB) at Northern Arizona University (NAU) in Flagstaff, Arizona invites applicants for one full-time, non tenure-track position at the lecturer level to begin August 2022.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Teaching responsibilities include multiple sections of undergraduate information systems courses in each of the fall and spring semesters. Participate in IS area, college and NAU service activities. Engage in a program of intellectual activities or professional development activities to maintain faculty qualification in accordance with FCB and AACSB guidelines. The applicant will be expected to teach multiple high-capacity introductory IS courses, with the possibility to teach higher level courses as needed. Duties will likely include coordination of the introductory IS course, including the identification and implementation of course content as well as coordinating other faculty teaching the course.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
*             Graduate degree from an accredited institution (AACSB or similar accreditation organization) with a concentration in information systems or a related field.
*             Either one year full-time teaching (or the equivalent number of part-time courses) at the college level or a minimum of 5 years professional experience in information systems.
*             Ability to meet AACSB academic or professional qualification requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
*             Demonstrated excellence in teaching high-capacity course sections as documented by a pattern of strong teaching evaluations.
*             Ability to teach introductory level classes and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
*             Experience configuring and implementing online content in learning management systems (Blackboard Learn or similar)
*             Experience configuring and implementing online teaching and learning platforms (Pearson MyLab IT or similar).
*             Experience configuring and troubleshooting online learning simulations for Microsoft Office (Pearson MyLab IT or similar).
*             Desire to work with other faculty to create and implement innovative curricula and learning approaches.
*             Ability to coordinate with multiple faculty members to assist with scheduling and staffing of course sections.
*             Experience and or willingness to teach online and/or blended format courses.
*             Evidence or potential for excellence in working with multicultural constituencies.

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

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, 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.
While our emphasis is undergraduate education, we offer a wide range of graduate programs and research. 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 intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40.

For information about diversity, access and equity at NAU, see the Center for University Access and Inclusion webpage.

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

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Position will be open until filled or closed. The committee will begin reviewing the applications on April 21, 2022.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To apply go to http://www.nau.edu/careers (Position # 606164). Your application must be submitted on line to be reviewed and should include a single attachment that contains (1) a cover letter addressing the job description and preferred qualifications, (2) a current vita, (3)  recent teaching evaluations (if applicable),  (4) a one page diversity statement and (5) contact information of at least three professional references including mailing and email addresses and phone numbers.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Affirmative Action Office at 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Any questions about the position should be addressed to Kay Pinto, Executive Assistant and  Building Manager of The W. A. Franke College of Business, 928-523-7343, kay.pinto at nau.edu.

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. Form A-1 Revised 2/05