CCB - Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Management Information Systems (MIS) - 530515
About The Position
The Department of Information Systems, Statistics, and Management Science at the Culverhouse College of Business, University of Alabama, is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Management Information Systems (MIS). The position, starting August 16, 2027, requires the successful candidate to conduct and lead independent, high-impact research in MIS, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and contribute to departmental and university service. Teaching assignments can range from introductory MIS courses to PhD-level courses. The ideal candidate will specialize in Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) and its applications, with research interests in areas such as GAI governance, GAI in software development, organizational implications of GAI, agentic systems, human-GAI collaboration, and GAI-specific research methodologies. Evidence of excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels is expected, with a preference for candidates experienced in teaching GAI-related courses. A track record of external funding is considered a plus.
Requirements
- A doctoral degree in MIS or a closely related field by the time the appointment begins.
- Tangible evidence of a strong commitment to lead independent research as lead authors and publish in MIS journals recognized on the Culverhouse Journal List, particularly in the 'Aspirational' and 'Excellent' categories.
- Evidence of interest in and enthusiasm for teaching excellence.
- Willingness to provide service for the operation and functioning of the department, school, and university.
Nice To Haves
- Specialization in Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) and its applications.
- Research in areas including GAI governance, risk management, and responsible use; GAI in software development and ecosystems; organizational and societal implications of GAI; agentic systems and autonomous architectures; organizational transformation enabled by GAI; human-GAI collaboration and augmentation; GAI’s impact on education and the future of work; GAI-specific research methodologies in MIS.
- Experience in teaching courses related to Generative Artificial Intelligence.
- A track-record of external funding.
- Flexibility and latitude in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.
- Prior industry/professional experience.
- Experience in teaching project-based courses with industry collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Conduct and lead independent, high-impact research in MIS, publishing in top peer-reviewed journals.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate MIS courses, including potential PhD courses.
- Contribute to departmental, college, and university service as assigned.
- Provide evidence of high-impact research, with a preference for specialization in Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) and its applications.
- Demonstrate excellence in undergraduate and/or graduate teaching.
- Provide service for the operation and functioning of the department, school, and university.
Benefits
- Supportive community committed to personal engagement.
- Excellence in teaching, research, and service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
