Assistant Professor of Professional Practice

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Paid vacation and leave

Job summary

Rutgers Business School–Newark and New Brunswick invites applications for a full-time (100%), non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in Management Science & Information Systems, starting January 2027. The successful candidate will teach across undergraduate and graduate programs, supervise students, and contribute to research and service activities.

The position emphasizes practical expertise in data analytics, operations research, and information systems, with a teaching

Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in information technology, operations research, or related discipline.
• Experience as practitioner and/or have a track record of effective teaching in business analytics and information technology courses.
• Proficiency in C++, Java, Python and R.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in business analytics and information technology.
• Supervise students and contribute to department and school activities.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration and pursue external grants where possible.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

R

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in IT/OR

Job description

Assistant Professor of Professional Practice

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Special Instructions

The Rutgers Business School is located on two campuses: Newark and New Brunswick. Hence, the successful candidate may have a primary office on the campus of his/her choice However, the successful candidate could be required to teach on both campuses.

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Assistant Professor of Professional Practice

Department

Management Science & Informati

Salary Details

$107,000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits

The Department of Management Science and Information Systems at Rutgers Business School–Newark and New Brunswick invites applications for a full-time (100%), non-tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Professional Practice, with an anticipated start date of January 2027.

Position Status

Full Time

Posting Number

26FA0360

Posting Open Date

05/05/2026

Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Applicants for the part-time non-tenure-track position should hold a Master’s or a Ph.D. degree in information technology, operations research, or a closely related discipline. They should have experience as practitioners and/or have a track record of effective teaching in a wide variety of business analytics and information technology courses in subjects such as Applied Statistics, Data Analytics, Data Mining, as well as Operations Research. Candidates should possess good knowledge of programming languages such as C++, Java, Python and R. An equal opportunity /affirmative action employer, Rutgers University actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women and people with disabilities.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The position is focused on the broad area of data science with special consideration given to applicants with expertise in Machine Information Systems, time series, and forecasting.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

The MSIS department offers undergraduate programs in Business Analytics and Information Technology and Management Information Systems in New Brunswick and Newark campuses, respectively, as well as Masters in Information Technology and Analytics. It also contributes to the MBA and Quantitative Finance programs by offering courses in the Optimization, Information Systems, Business Analytics, and Information Technology areas. In addition, it coordinates the tracks in Operations Research and Information Technology of the doctoral program. The Rutgers Business School is accredited, and is a part of Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, which is a vibrant public research university. The Rutgers Business School is located on two campuses: Newark and New Brunswick and the successful candidate could be required to teach on both campuses.

The successful candidate should have demonstrated the ability to teach effectively in undergraduate and graduate programs and supervise students.

Successful candidate should have experience working in interdisciplinary teams, and a strong interest in collaborating with academic faculty, as well as in pursuing external grants.

Besides working on research projects and publishing research papers, this position’s teaching load will be 24 credits per year. The applicants are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses. Service responsibilities include participation in department and school activities and offering students academic and career advising whenever necessary.

Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants

The Rutgers Business School is located on two campuses: Newark and New Brunswick. Hence, the successful candidate may have a primary office on the campus of his/her choice However, the successful candidate could be required to teach on both campuses.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Research Statement
• Teaching Interests
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

• Other Documents (4)

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