Assistant Professor

Florida Atlantic University; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics within the IT & Operations Management Department of the College of Business.

The role includes teaching AI, analytics, and MIS across undergraduate and graduate programs, and maintaining a productive research program with publications in top Information Systems journals.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent doctorate from an AACSB- or similar-accredited institution.
• Demonstrated record of publishable scholarly research in peer-reviewed venues.
• Excellence in teaching as instructor of record at an AACSB- or similar-accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Teach AI, Business Analytics, and MIS courses in undergraduate and graduate programs (MBA, doctoral).
• Maintain an active program of research and publication in Applied AI and Business Analytics.
• Participate in service to department, college, university, and profession.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Online teaching experience

Applied AI & BI research

Industry experience

Education

Doctorate in Applied AI/Business Analytics/MIS

Job description

For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs.Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account.Position Summary:The IT & Operations Management (ITOM) Department in the College of Business at Florida Atlantic University seeks to hire one tenure-track Assistant Professor in Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Business Analytics for employment starting Fall 2027.Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach AI, Business Analytics, and Management Information Systems courses in both undergraduate and graduate programs, including MBA and doctoral programs; must maintain an active program of research and publication in Applied AI and Business Analytics; and will participate in appropriate service to the department, college, university, community, and profession. Emphasis will be placed on producing scholarly research in top-tier peer-reviewed Information Systems and related business journals.For More Information: For questions or additional information about this position, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Ravi Behara, at [e-mail] Qualifications:An earned doctorate in Applied Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Management Information Systems, or a related field from a university with AACSB or similar accreditation conferred by the effective date of employment. Demonstrated record of ability to publish quality scholarly research in peer-reviewed academic journals and conferences. Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching as instructor of record at an accredited (AACSB or similar) university. Certification or experience in online teaching preferred. The ideal candidate will have research and teaching interests focused on Applied Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics. However, all related areas of teaching and research focus will be considered. Related industry experience is strongly desired.Salary:To be discussed with applicant.College or Department:College of BusinessLocation:Boca RatonWork Days and Hours:Full-TimeApplication Deadline:2027-06-30Special Instructions to Applicant:This is a research or research-related support position. As required by Florida Statutes Section 1010.35, a Foreign Influence Screening may be required.This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.This position is subject to funding.All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.Required Documents:FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: letter of application detailing how candidate meets qualifications, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and quality (with recent teaching evaluation scores or awards included, if applicable), sample of current research (if applicable), and professional references (name, affiliation, contact information).Transcripts:The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.Background Screening:Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.Accommodations:Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711