Assistant Professor of Information Systems

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Information Systems department at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level, starting August 16, 2027. The assistant professor will be expected to conduct high-quality research suitable for publication in top-tier journals, teach three courses per year (the normal annual teaching load is three courses for all research-active faculty), and perform services essential to sustaining the local and broader academic community. Courses taught could be a mix of graduate and undergraduate courses, and a mix of face-to-face and online courses, as needed. A successful candidate is expected to contribute to enhancing the reputation and work environment of the Information Systems Department and Walton College. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience; benefits are competitive. Regular on-campus availability, in-person teaching, and active contribution to the life of the department, including exhibiting respect and cooperation in shared academic and administrative tasks are essential duties.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Information Systems or a closely related field from an accredited institution conferred by the start of employment.
• Demonstrated record, or strong potential, of high-quality, original, and independent research.
• Candidates must meet standards to be classified as a Scholarly Academic for AACSB purposes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with department colleagues and administrators.
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Strong, high-quality research program, as evidenced by publications or advanced round and active revisions in top-tier journals.
• Demonstrated evidence, or clear potential, to teach undergraduate and graduate courses effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research suitable for publication in top-tier journals.
• Teach three courses per year (the normal annual teaching load is three courses for all research-active faculty).
• Perform services essential to sustaining the local and broader academic community.
• Contribute to enhancing the reputation and work environment of the Information Systems Department and Walton College.
• Regular on-campus availability.
• In-person teaching.
• Active contribution to the life of the department, including exhibiting respect and cooperation in shared academic and administrative tasks.

Benefits

• University contributions to health insurance.
• University contributions to dental insurance.
• University contributions to life insurance.
• University contributions to disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree