Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) - Information Systems (25-26)

Description

The School of Computing at DePaul University invites applicants for a tenure-track position in its Information Systems (IS) program. As an IS program in a comprehensive School of Computing, it is directly engaged with the computational aspects of IS, including AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. All candidates with expertise in IS are encouraged to apply, and we are particularly interested in those with expertise in process modeling, enterprise cloud computing, and BI systems with AI applications.

About the School of Computing:

The School of Computing, with its over 74 full-time faculty members and more than 3,600 undergraduate and graduate students, offers a supportive and flexible environment for its faculty. We are committed to promoting a rewarding academic career with a balance between teaching and research. Located in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant downtown, it offers vast opportunities to forge relationships with industry, national laboratories, universities, and other organizations in the Chicago area.

Commitment to Diversity:

DePaul draws students from many backgrounds and cultures to a diverse urban setting. We are interested in recruiting and maintaining a diverse faculty. Members of all underrepresented groups, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are invited and encouraged to apply. DePaul University offers equal employment opportunities to all persons in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. Positions are contingent upon available budgetary resources.

Qualifications

Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on July 22, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

The application must include:

• A cover letter
• A curriculum vitae
• At least three letters of recommendation
• A research statement highlighting current and future directions of research
• A teaching statement
• A diversity statement addressing the candidate's values, experiences, and future plans concerning diversity, equity, and inclusion

For more information, contact Makoto Nakayama (mnakayama@cdm.depaul.edu).

Our reps will be available on August 16 at AMCIS 2024. If you would like to meet us, email Makoto Nakayama (mnakayama@cdm.depaul.edu).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

EEO Statement

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, martial status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcomed and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check.  Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check. 

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire.  A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is a reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected.  For more information, please visit the following pages:  

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)

Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act

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