Assistant Professor of Information Systems - Equitable AI & Machine Learning

Morgan State University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan State University is seeking an Assistant Professor of Information Systems specializing in Equitable AI and Machine Learning. This full-time faculty role involves teaching, research, and service, contributing to a diverse academic environment. Candidates should hold a doctorate by August 2025 and demonstrate a strong background in AI and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Doctorate must be completed by August 2025.
• Demonstrated record of quality research and proposal writing.
• Experience in equity aspects of artificial intelligence is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach online and face-to-face courses in AI and data analytics.
• Conduct research and publish findings in referred journals.
• Participate in departmental and university committees.

Skills

Research

Teaching

Data Analytics

Artificial Intelligence

Project Management

Education

Earned doctorate in Information Systems or related disciplines

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Job Title Assistant Professor of Information Systems - Equitable AI & Machine Learning
Division Divison of Academic Affairs
Department Department of Information Science and Systems
Work Status Full Time
Position Category Faculty
Faculty Rank
FLSA
Pay Range
Salary Range $75,000 to $120,000 (Based on discipline)
Fund Source State Support
Job Summary
Job Duties
This faculty position will serve the mission of Morgan State University and the Earl G Graves School of Business and Management through the activities of teaching, intellectual contributions and service. As a member of the CEAMLS faculty, engagement in multidisciplinary work with faculty with very diverse backgrounds is anticipated.

The person holding this position will be responsible for developing and teaching online and face-to-face undergraduate and graduate-level courses in AI, data analytics, information systems and/or project management.

The candidate will conduct research and write and obtain grants in AI/Data Analytics/Data Science/Information Systems leading to publishing in referred journals and presenting the research in local and national conferences and serve as a member of professional organizations.

The candidate will participate in Department, School and University committees. Teaching assignments will include courses in our Masters program in Data Analytics and Visualization, doctoral and undergraduate courses in AI, Data Visualization, Data Analytics, and depending on background and qualifications, may include courses in computer literacy, management information systems, computer networks, cybersecurity, systems analysis and design, project management, supply chain management, and enterprise information systems (SAP).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics
Required Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will have an earned doctorate (by August 2025) in Information Systems, or related disciplines such as Decision Sciences and/or Management Sciences with research experience in artificial intelligence. The candidate should have a demonstrated record of quality research and writing proposals.

Other Preferences for Consideration

• Equity aspects of artificial intelligence.
• Prior work experiences that use related skills are desirable.
• Potential for excellence in teaching.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FA00357
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Open Date 07/29/2024
Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicant
Interested candidates should attach to the application: a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, portfolio of examples of research accomplishments, graduate transcript (initially, unofficial transcripts will be acceptable), statement of teaching philosophy with evaluation summaries and three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The position will be available at: https://morgan.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings/abcxyz

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Will you have a Ph.D. in hand by the date of appointment or an advanced ABD by the date of the appointment?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Briefly list your area(s) of research or teaching expertise.
   (Open Ended Question)
3. * Provide a statement of your research interest(s)
   (Open Ended Question)
4. * Please describe the attributes that will make you a strong candidate for this position
   (Open Ended Question)
5. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts (unofficial )
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
6. Research Philosophy
7. Syllabus Sample

Optional Documents

1. Statement of Interest