American University (IT & Analytics)

Kogod School of Business at American University

Tenure-Line Open Rank Faculty Position in Cybersecurity, Analytics, and/or Artificial Intelligence

The Department of Information Technology and Analytics invites applications for a tenure-line open rank faculty position for Academic Year 2022-2023 (starting in August 2022). We are especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of Kogod’s academic reputation. Depending on qualifications, the appointee to this position may be recommended for tenure at the time of hiring. Salary and benefits are competitive. Candidates shall submit all application materials electronically via Interfolio http://apply.interfolio.com/95175.

Responsibilities. Candidates are expected to teach relevant courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels in both in-person and on-line formats, and participate in department, school, and university activities. They should play an important role in expanding the department and the school’s research portfolio in artificial intelligence, analytics, cybersecurity and privacy. Senior candidates are also expected to provide intellectual leadership by publishing in top-tier business journals and securing external research funding.

Application. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. An application must include a cover letter, a current and complete curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and a summary of all teaching evaluations over the last five years.

Requests for information should be directed to:

Mia Pearlstein

Academic Affairs Coordinator

Kogod School of Business

American University

4400 Massachusetts Ave, NW

Washington, DC 20016-8044

mirjam@american.edu

For more information on the Kogod School of Business, consult www.american.edu/kogod.

American University is a private doctoral-granting university with a beautiful 84-acre campus within easy reach of the many centers of government, business, research, and the arts located within the nation’s capital. AU has 8000 undergraduate and 5000 graduate students, is a member of the collegiate Division I Patriot League and was chartered by an Act of Congress in 1893.

The Kogod School of Business is a leading accredited business school with a global focus, established in 1955, that offers a top-ranked undergraduate degree and several graduate programs, including a full-time resident MBA.

American University is a private institution within easy reach of the many centers of government, business, research, and the arts located within the nation’s capital. Our more than 13,000 students are globally diverse, and the university’s mission is carried out by 915 full-time faculty and nearly 1,700 full-time staff. 94 percent of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their field and among our adjunct faculty are policy makers, diplomats, journalists, artists, writers, scientists and business leaders. For more information about American University, visit www.american.edu.

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities. American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus.

Requirements

Qualifications. Earned doctorate or anticipated completion of a doctorate by August 2022, in information systems, operations management, operations research, management science, decision science, or other fields related to analytics, AI, cybersecurity, and data privacy. Exhibit a strong record or potential to publish research in top-tier academic journals. A successful record in teaching relevant courses as demonstrated by strong student evaluations of teaching or other documented evidence. A successful record or potential to receive external research grants is desirable. Candidates seeking an appointment with tenure should have a demonstrated record of achievement, including high-quality scholarship, outstanding teaching, and active engagement in academic and professional societies.  The search committee is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.