Assistant Professor - Information Systems
The University of Texas at Arlington

Posting Number:

F00536P

Position Title:

Assistant Professor - Information Systems

Department:

Information Systems & Operations Management

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Faculty

Position Status:

Full-time

Rank:

Tenure-track

Work Hours:

Standard

Open to:

External and Internal

FLSA:

Exempt

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Job Summary:

The Information Systems and Operations Management (ISOM) Department in the College of Business, University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for multiple full-time tenure-track positions in Information Systems at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2025.

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

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CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The primary job is conducting high quality academic research in Information Systems with particular interests in AI and Cybersecurity and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Information Systems, Business Analytics or Cybersecurity. Applicants must also be willing to support the department and its initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must have earned a doctorate in Information Systems or a related field from an accredited (or equivalent) college or school by the date of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with strong research records and teaching experience in the relevant areas.

Department Information:

The ISOM Department offers courses in Information Systems, Operations Management, Business Analytics, and Business Statistics in the College's undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA, MSIS, MS Business Analytics, and Ph.D. programs. ISOM faculty have diverse research interests and are very active in conducting high impact research and publishing in premier research journals. According to the IS Scholar Ranking published by AIS, UTA is ranked #24 in Americas (North and South America) and #33 worldwide based on publications in the Senior Scholars' Basket of 8 journals from 2019 to 2023. More information about the department and its activities can be found at: https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/business/departments/information-systems-and-operations-management
The College of Business, which has been accredited by the AACSB since 1969, employs about 120 full time faculty members and serves about 4,500 undergraduate students and 1,500 graduate students. The CEO Magazine in its 2018 Global MBA ranking has designated both its MBA and EMBA programs as Tier 1. More information about the college can be found at: https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/business

University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

5

Desired Start Date:

09/01/2025

Open Date:

07/15/2024

Review Start Date:

07/15/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/28376 and submit the following materials:

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (required only for candidates for whom their degree is not in the same discipline as the one in which they will teach)
• Contact information for 3 references
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Questions may be addressed to search committee chair, Dr. Riyaz Sikora rsikora@uta.edu.

For more information about UTA, please visit: https://www.uta.edu

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