Department of Management Information Systems Assistant Professor Pool (Data Science) 2027-2028
About The Position
The Department of Management Information Systems (MIS) in the Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University (SDSU) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Data Science at the assistant professor level. The appointment will begin in August 2027 and is contingent on state funding. We are seeking candidates with teaching interest in advanced data science/statistics and research interest in the areas of data science/statistics and/or applied AI. The person holding this position will be responsible for developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in data science. The MIS Department is a multidisciplinary department with faculty members in the areas of information systems, data science, AI, cybersecurity, and supply chain management. MIS faculty are active in high-impact research and have engaged in grant-funded research supported by NSF, US Navy, US Air Force, US Department of Homeland Security, and US Department of Education. The James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI), affiliated with the MIS Department, has been central to develop an active grant-funded research program. The MIS Department offers the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) – Information Systems Emphasis, Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS), Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management (MSCM), Master of Science in Supply Chain Innovation (MSSCI), and MBA specializations in Information Systems degrees. The Fowler College of Business is accredited by AACSB (since 1959). San Diego State University is a large, urban university and Hispanic-Serving Institution and is classified as an R1 research institution, the highest distinction given in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Requirements
- A record of original research / scholarly / creative accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to a) develop a vigorous and independent program of research / scholarship / creative activity, b) teach graduate and undergraduate courses; and c) engage in both campus and professional service activities.
- Demonstration of past accomplishments and/or future plans in at least two (2) or more of the “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria.
- Terminal degree, a doctoral-level degree, in Information Systems or a related discipline by August 2027 with all degree requirements met.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated expertise in Information Systems and its methodologies
- Strong record of publications, presentations, and/or funding
- Potential for securing extramural funding
- Outstanding teaching experience, including teaching students from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to direct advanced undergraduate and/or graduate student research
Responsibilities
- Developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in data science.
- Engage in both campus and professional service activities.
Benefits
- A rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
