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The College of Business at the University of Montana is seeking to fill a tenure-track position in Management Information Systems (MIS) at the assistant or associate professor level. The expected start date is Fall of 2024. Applicants will be expected to teach at both undergraduate and master’s levels, maintain an active research agenda, and engage in professional and service activities.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Position Details

Title: Assistant or Associate Professor of Management Information Systems (MIS)

Position Type: Tenure-track, academic, full time (1.0 FTE), during academic year (10-months)

Schedule: Academic year starting fall 2024

Benefits: Comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health and life insurance, mandatory retirement savings plan, partial tuition waiver, and an employee wellness program

Minimum Requirements

• PhD. in business or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution prior to the starting date of employment. MIS should be the candidate’s primary area along with knowledge of cybersecurity.
• Teaching experience or interest in the following topics:
  • Cybersecurity governance, risk, controls, and management
  • Data analytics
  • Application development
  • Cloud services
• Demonstrated potential to publish or recent peer-reviewed journal publications in fields of expertise and an active, ongoing research agenda.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD. in MIS, IS, or Business (with MIS major/emphasis) from a school accredited by AACSB International.
• Teaching quality demonstrated by recent teaching evaluations and/or awards.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving the needs of diverse students (e.g., Native Americans, first generation college students, non-traditional aged students, military veterans).
• Relevant professional experience in information systems, information technology, advisory/consulting services, or cybersecurity
• Demonstrated ability to engage the business community
• Excellent written and oral communication

Appointment to the rank of associate professor requires research publications and years of teaching service at an AACSB accredited institution commensurate with the rank of associate professor. Salary is dependent on qualifications and is comparable with peer universities in the region. This position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, Faculty appointment, and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

About the MIS Programs and College of Business

The UM Management Information Systems programs consist of a bachelor’s degree and a Master of Science in Business Analytics. The undergraduate MIS degree is the largest major within the College of Business and is one of the most innovative academic units at the University of Montana. The MIS faculty take a collaborative and responsive approach to supporting the success of our students, including mentoring students and supporting their career development via our award-winning student chapter of the Management Information Systems Association. We pride ourselves on our rigorous and relevant curriculum, which prepares students for careers in technology implementation, technology risk and controls, advisory and consulting services, and cybersecurity management. We strive to create and maintain partnerships with technology and advisory firms in Montana and nationally to provide the best opportunities for our students.

The College of Business creates transformative, integrated, and student-centric learning experiences, propelling our students to make immediate and sustained impact on business and society. We nurture our students’ innate work ethic to develop confident problem solvers and ethical decision makers. We pursue thought leadership and collectively create opportunities for a better life for our students, faculty, and staff. The College is one of the largest professional academic units on campus and is accredited by the AACSB at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

About UM and Missoula

The University of Montana is flagship, research-intensive R1 institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.

Missoula is set right in the middle of the mountains and the rivers of western Montana. Downhill skiers enjoy fantastic snow and 2,600 feet of continuous vertical terrain 15 miles away at Montana Snowbowl. Great hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and rock climbing opportunities are all just minutes away. The Clark Fork runs right through downtown, with Brennan’s Wave the center of attraction for kayakers. Downstream there’s the famous Alberton Gorge, which offers whitewater fun. Upstream is the Blackfoot River, popular for fly fishing, rafting, canoeing, and tubing. South of Missoula the Bitterroot River is a beautiful scenic float.

To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.

• University of Montana
  • College of Business
  • University Highlights

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference - Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References - *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing - Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility - All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

How to Apply

Priority Application Date: September 4, 2023 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

For best consideration, applications should be received by September 4, 2023. Position is open until filled, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button. Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.

Applicants must submit all application materials to be considered for the position. Complete applications must include:

• Cover letter addressing the qualifications, a brief statement of research and teaching interests, and the interest in this position
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Unofficial graduate transcripts – Official transcripts will be due upon hire.
• Summary of recent teaching evaluations
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

• Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.

**Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.