Assistant Professor - Management Information Systems

University-of-New-Mexic; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of New Mexico seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Management Information Systems, preferably with cybersecurity expertise, starting August 2027. The position is within the Ellis School of Business Leadership (formerly Anderson) and will contribute to MIS offerings and a CS-focused MS program.

The department emphasizes collaborative learning, scholarly work across MIS areas, and service to the university and community. Teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: earned doctorate or strong prospect for completing a doctorate from an accredited institution by Aug 2027 in MIS, Information Systems, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Preferred Qualifications: evidence of promise of research in cybersecurity and/or MIS; demonstrated excellence or promise in teaching MIS core and elective courses; ability or interest in teaching MIS core/elective courses and online instruction; commitment to understanding New Mexico culture and mission of serving local/global communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate MIS courses, preferably including Cybersecurity.
• Contribute to high-quality research and scholarly work in cybersecurity and MIS.
• Engage in service activities within the department and university, and participate in online teaching as needed.

Education

Earned doctorate in MIS/Information Systems/Cybersecurity or closely related field

Job description

Assistant Professor - Management Information Systems

The Department of Marketing, Information Systems, and Decision Sciences (MIDS) within the Ellis School of Business Leadership (formerly Anderson School of Management) at the University of New Mexico is seeking qualified candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Management Information Systems (preferably in Cybersecurity), with an anticipated start date of August 2027.

The James & Gail Ellis School of Business Leadership (Ellis) is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International and is one of the few in the world to attain both an Accounting and Business Accreditation from AACSB. We offer BBA and MBA degrees in eight active concentrations as well as an Executive MBA for working professionals. With over 27,000 alumni, Ellis alums can be found having an impact in their communities all over the world. Ellis emphasizes collaborative student interaction, active adult learning, team experiences, and scholarship that draw upon a variety of methodologies and subject areas.

New Mexico represents a wide range of perspectives with a rich cultural heritage. The richness of our community is demonstrated both internally (http://www.unm.edu/welcome/) and within the city (https://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/) and state (https://www.newmexico.org/). The University of New Mexico seeks highly qualified faculty who can contribute to the University's mission and values and continue to build the excellent research and teaching climate of Ellis School of Business Leadership. The MIDS Department faculty supports existing BBA and MBA programs, including concentrations in MIS, and an MS in Cybersecurity and Business Analytics. Teaching responsibilities for this position include undergraduate and graduate courses in Management Information Systems (preferably in Cybersecurity).

The Marketing, Information Systems, and Decision Sciences group is a small, cohesive group seeking colleagues who demonstrate a willingness to make a commitment to maintaining and building a strong MIS area within the Ellis School of Business Leadership.

For information about the Ellis School of Business Leadership and the Marketing, Information Systems, and Decision Sciences faculty, see www.business.unm.edu.

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must possess an earned doctorate or have a strong prospect for completing a doctorate in Management Information Systems, Information Systems, Cybersecurity or a closely related field from an accredited institution by August 2027.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidenceofor promiseofa significant programofresearch and scholarship in cybersecurity and/or Management Information Systems
• Evidenceofexcellence or promiseofachieving excellence in teaching MIS core and elective courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, with emphasis on cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated ability or interest in teaching MIS core and elective courses, such as Cybersecurity, Databases, Programming, Network & Systems Administration, and Systems Analysis & Design, as well as other core/elective MIS courses as needed.
• Demonstrated ability or interest in teaching online.
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university’s mission to serve local and global communities.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.