Assistant Professor of Business Information Systems

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS

COLLINS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

POSITION SUMMARY

The University of Tulsa’s Collins College of Business has an opening for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Business Information Systems (BIS) at the Assistant Professor rank starting August 2027.  Salary is based on experience and will be competitive with AACSB accredited research institutions. Fringe benefits include life, health, disability insurance, and retirement. The University of Tulsa offers free tuition for faculty dependents after one year of employment. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Duties

The successful applicant will teach courses in the College’s undergraduate BIS program and graduate MBA and other programs, develop and maintain high-quality academic research in the field of BIS, broadly defined, and engage in appropriate professional and service activities. 

Qualifications

Candidates who possess a Ph.D. degree in Information Systems or are ABDs who are close to completing their degree requirements are invited to apply. Teaching experience in traditional information systems courses, especially those more technical is especially welcome. 

The College, University, and Local Community

The Collins College of Business is accredited by AACSB International, which maintains the highest standards for business schools in the world. Home to approximately 420 undergraduate business students and 150 graduate business students, the College has three academic units and approximately 40 business faculty positions. Degree offerings include Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Accountancy (MAcc), and the BS in Business Administration (BSBA). 

The University of Tulsa is the oldest private educational institution in Oklahoma, with an endowment exceeding $1 billion. Total enrollment is approximately 3,400 students, distributed among five colleges: Collins College of Business, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Henry Kendall College of Arts and Sciences, Oxley College of Natural Sciences, and the College of Law. Additional information about T.U. and the Collins College of Business may be found at https://business.utulsa.edu/.

Tulsa has a population of just over 953,000 across its combined metropolitan statistical area and a cost-of-living index of 89.6%, making it one of the most affordable and livable cities in the United States. Located in the rolling Osage Hills of northeastern Oklahoma, the City has a cosmopolitan atmosphere with numerous cultural opportunities including two major art museums; professional resident opera, ballet, symphony, and theater companies; and exceptional medical, recreational, and business facilities. In addition, the City boasts a strong emphasis on quality of life. Time magazine has named the Tulsa Gathering Place Park as one of the top 100 places to visit in the world in 2019. Tulsa International Airport is serviced by all major U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, United, and Southwest Airlines.

 

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

Candidates should submit an application package by email that contains: 

1. a letter of interest that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and practice, an explanation of prior and proposed research objectives, and a description of how the candidate’s background aligns with, complements, or expands on the existing goals and objectives of the school, 
2. copies of applicable teaching evaluations,
3. current resume or curriculum vitae, and
4. names and contact information of three references

Application materials should be submitted to: [email protected] 

And addressed to: Dr. Langtao Chen, Search Chair & members of the BIS Faculty Search Committee

The University does not discriminate on the basis of personal status or group characteristics including, but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status.

The University of Tulsa is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/ Veteran.

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