Three Tenure-Track Positions in Information Systems & Analytics
Purpose
The Information Systems and Analytics (ISA) Department of the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University invites applications for three tenure-track positions beginning Fall 2020. The three positions are for the rank of assistant professor, although established candidates with exceptional scholarly achievement and leadership experiences may be considered for higher ranks.
Basic Qualifications
We see this specialization as falling at the intersection of information systems, business analytics, and operations management, so applicants should possess a foundation in these disciplines and deep expertise in one or more. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Information Systems, Operations Management, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated excellence in research and teaching, embrace the Silicon Valley spirit, and have the expertise or willingness to teach one or more of these subjects: Deep Learning, Business Intelligence, Database Management, Big Data Technologies, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing, Internet of Things, Network Security, Web & Mobile Technologies, Statistics/Business Analytics, and Operations & Supply Chain Management.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining a program of research leading to publications in high-quality journals
- Teaching graduate and/or undergraduate courses and fulfilling the responsibilities associated with those courses
- Providing suitable service to the department, university, profession, and/or community.
Salary and Housing Assistance
Salaries are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Recognizing the high cost of housing in the local area, the University has established two housing assistance programs for qualified faculty: [1] a rental assistance program and [2] a purchase assistance program. For details, please refer to: https://www.scu.edu/provost/policies-and-procedures/support-for-faculty/housing-assistance/
About the ISA Department
The ISA department offers both Information Systems and Business Analytics programs at the undergraduate and master's levels and contributes courses to MBA and other graduate programs at Santa Clara University. The ISA faculty's scholarship encompasses several areas of Information Systems, Operations Management, and Computer Science. ISA faculty research appears in leading publication outlets, such as Management Science, MISQ, Information Systems Research, Operations Research, MSOM, POM, IEEE/ACM Transactions, and receives external funding.
About Santa Clara University
Santa Clara University is a comprehensive Jesuit, Catholic university located in California's Silicon Valley, offering its 8,800 students rigorous undergraduate, master's, Ph.D., and law degrees. Santa Clara University is California's oldest operating institution of higher-education and focused on creating an academic community that educates citizens and leaders who will build a more just, humane, and sustainable world. The 2020 U.S. News and World Report ranks Santa Clara University #54 in National Universities.
Work Authorization
A foreign national who is appointed to a tenured or tenure-track faculty position is eligible for sponsorship by Santa Clara University.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted using the university's online application process at: https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/scu/scu/job/Santa-Clara-CA/Assistant-Professor_R201
Please submit:
- a letter clearly stating your interest in Santa Clara University, as well as research and teaching interests
- vita
- two examples of recent research papers
- evidence of undergraduate and/or graduate teaching effectiveness, and
- three letters of recommendation that will automatically be solicited through the applicant portal system upon submission of your application
Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the positions are filled. A number of ISA faculty will be available to meet with prospective applicants at CIST/INFORMS in Seattle, and ICIS in Munich.
Additional Information
Questions about this position may be directed to Prof. Haibing Lu (hlu@scu.edu) or Ms. Sheereen Siddiqui (ssiddiqui@scu.edu).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Santa Clara University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity and inclusion, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from women, persons of color, and members of historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected category in accordance with applicable law. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.
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Sami Najafi-Asadolahi
Associate Professor of Operations Management and Business Analytics
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara CA
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