Assistant Professor - Computer Information Systems (CIS) - #001439

Western Carolina University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Professor in Computer Information Systems to join their dynamic team. This tenure-track position offers the opportunity to teach and mentor students while engaging in impactful research. The successful candidate will contribute to the academic community by developing innovative curricula and participating in service activities. With a supportive environment that values work-life balance, this role is ideal for those passionate about shaping the future of technology education and making a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Waivers

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Holidays

Paid Community Service Leave

Training and Development Programs

Qualifications

• A terminal degree in Computer Information Systems or a closely related field is required.
• Strong record or potential for impactful research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teaching three courses per semester in both face-to-face and online formats.
• Maintaining an active research agenda resulting in publication.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Cybersecurity

Curriculum Development

Education

Terminal Degree in Computer Information Systems

ABD candidates considered

Job description

Assistant Professor - Computer Information Systems (CIS) - #001439

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned* and a list of three professional references with full contact information.

For questions or additional information please contact Dr. Ken Sanney via email at [e-mail].

*All applicants are required to submit an unofficial transcript of their highest attained degree, showing all completed coursework and the date the degree was conferred. The transcript must state "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or a similar phrase. For candidates who are ABD, please submit your most recent doctoral program transcript along with your master's degree transcript, if you hold such a degree. The master's degree transcript must have a notation such as "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or similar phrase, to verify it as your highest completed degree.

Posting Details

Posting Information

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:
* 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
* 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
* 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

The primary location for this position is on the main Cullowhee campus.

The School of Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, and Business Law one of three
schools in the College of Business, invites applicants for a 9-month tenure track Assistant Professor position in Computer Information Systems (CIS) beginning in August 2025. The successful candidate will bring areas of teaching and research that complement and integrate with those of existing faculty. Teaching responsibilities include, but are not limited to, residential and/or distance undergraduate classes in the core enterprise information systems course and the Cybersecurity program.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to contribute to the College's mission ofproviding students with the skills needed to address the challenges of contemporary business.Responsibilities include teaching three courses per semester with both face-to-face and onlineformats per semester, scholarship, advising, and service activities as designed by the schooldirector. Moreover, although faculty are typically assigned to teach 2 or 3 days per week,teaching and service duties may require a campus presence on non-teaching days. The abilityto maintain an active research resulting in publication in peer reviewed journals is required.Candidates should have a strong record or show strong promise to contribute to theintellectual and practical lives of students and other stakeholders of the School, College, University, and business community. The successful candidates must meet the standards for qualification per the College's Policy on Classification of Qualified Faculty. The AACSB requirements for academic qualification mandate a minimum level of relevant research andpublication in order to remain current in the field of teaching.

WCU embraces its role as a community-engaged university designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and has adopted the Boyer Model of Scholarship to support its commitment to integrated learning and the scholarship of engagement. Potential candidates who demonstrate a commitment to community engagement through teaching, service, and scholarship are highly encourage to apply.

A terminal degree in Computer Information Systems or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution is required. ABD candidates considered if the degree is completed by July 1, 2025. Please note that a degree in Computer Science will not satisfy the degree requirement for this position.

Preference will be given to those with a strong record or potential for impactful research, teaching, and contribution to the student and academic community.

Posting Number	FAC800P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/30022
Classification Title	Assistant Professor
Working Title	Assistant Professor - Computer Information Systems (CIS) - #001439
Department	Acct, Fin, Info Sys, Bus Law
About WCU
Position Summary
Carnegie statement
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Position Type	Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
Number of Months Per Year	9

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Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
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Open Date	02/13/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Please include cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned* and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For questions or additional information please contact Dr. Ken Sanney via email at [e-mail]. *All applicants are required to submit an unofficial transcript of their highest attained degree, showing all completed coursework and the date the degree was conferred. The transcript must state "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or a similar phrase. For candidates who are ABD, please submit your most recent doctoral program transcript along with your master's degree transcript, if you hold such a degree. The master's degree transcript must have a notation such as "Degree Awarded," "Degree Conferred," or similar phrase, to verify it as your highest completed degree.
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application


2. Curriculum Vitae


3. Unofficial Transcripts


4. List of references

Optional Documents

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