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Salary: $160,000 – $195,000 per year

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Salary Range: USD $160,000.00/Yr. - USD $195,000.00/Yr.

Locations: Auburn University, AL

Job Type: Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Bus. Analytics & Information Syst.

Associated Division: College of Business

Req ID: 10326

Overview

Position: The Department of Business Analytics and Information Systems (BASY) in the Harbert College of Business at Auburn University invites applications for two nine-month, tenure track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor. These nine-month positions are designed to support the College's Business Analytics and Information Systems degree programs. The effective date of employment will be August 2027.

About the Department & Programs: The Department of Business Analytics and Information Systems at the Harbert College of Business is home to the nationally ranked undergraduate program in Business Analytics and a thriving undergraduate, master's, and PhD program in Information Systems. The department also offers graduate certificates in Information Systems, Cyber Security Management, and Business Analytics. The faculty supporting these two programs consists of 15 tenure track faculty, five lecturers, two professors of practice, and one person dedicated to the professional development of business analytics and management information systems students. Our faculty have various research interests and publish in top-tier journals, such as Information Systems Research, Journal of Management Information Systems, Production and Operations Management, Manufacturing and Service Operations Management and European Journal of Information Systems. The department houses advanced computing infrastructure to support high-performance computing. More information about the department is available here.

About the College: The Harbert College of Business has a strong tradition of providing highly desirable graduates and generating knowledge that drives business thought and sustainable business practices. The college and its programs consistently rank among the nation's best public undergraduate and graduate business programs. Harbert College has experienced steady enrollment growth in recent years and currently serves well over 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students through six academic departments offering eight undergraduate majors and multiple Masters and Ph. D. options. The college pioneered online graduate and executive education programs that are now ranked among the very best in the nation. The college has invested in building a nationally recognized faculty that moves forward through research, engages with industry, and delivers relevant and current instruction. More information about the college is available at https://harbert.auburn.edu/

About Auburn University: The Auburn family values tradition yet eagerly prepares for the future. Rooted in more than 160 years of tradition, Auburn University occupies 1,841 acres and is the academic home to more than 30,000 students. Auburn's commitment to active student engagement, professional success, and public/private partnerships garners a growing reputation for outreach and extension that delivers broad economic, health, and societal impact. Auburn University is consistently recognized as one of Alabama's top employers, earning a place on Forbes' list of America's Best Employers by State and continuing to be recognized for its exceptional workplace culture, employee benefits, and commitment to professional growth. Auburn University is classified as an R1, Very High Research University, by the Carnegie Foundation, generates large amounts of research funding, and has a growing number of endowed faculty chairs and professorships. More information about the college is available at https://www.auburn.edu/

Location: Auburn, AL, is a vibrant and thriving college town and community. Southern Living recently recognized the city of Auburn as one of the top small towns in the South, and Money magazine named Auburn the best place to live in Alabama. Known as the 'Loveliest Village on the Plains,' Auburn offers a high quality of life, including a vibrant cultural scene at the new Gogue Performing Arts Center, SEC sports throughout the academic year, national award-winning chefs and restaurants, a K-12 school system that is top-ranked in the state, general and concierge healthcare options, and an exceptional College of Veterinary Medicine for pet care. Chewacla State Park, just five miles from campus, offers camping, hiking, mountain biking, swimming, and boating opportunities. Auburn's historical sister town, Opelika, is a fifteen-minute drive and has become known for its eclectic downtown offerings, including multiple breweries, boutiques, and hobby shops. The Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport is only 90 minutes away, with numerous shuttle service options to/from Auburn daily. Birmingham is a similar drive to the north, and Montgomery, the state capital, is only 50 minutes to the southwest. Beaches and mountains are only a 3-4-hour drive. Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples.

Process: Review of application materials will begin October 1, 2026 and continue until qualified candidates are selected and recommended for appointment. To be actively considered for these positions, interested candidates must submit a brief cover letter outlining their interest in the position, a curriculum vitae, one recent publication or working paper, research statements, teaching statements, relevant transcript, and contact information for three references.

Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability employer.

Responsibilities

Successful applicants are expected to engage in high-quality and impactful research publishable in top-tier journals, to achieve teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and to provide appropriate service to the department, college, and university. The teaching load is commensurate with research expectations. In addition, candidates are expected to contribute to the collegial and intellectual environment of the department by working with other faculty members, advising Ph. D. students, and participating in service-related activities.

Qualifications

Candidates must have an earned doctorate in Management Information Systems, Decision Sciences/Management Science, Business Analytics, or a closely related field upon start date. Additional qualifications include:
  • Evidence (or potential of the development) of a strong research record based primarily on Management Information Systems or Analytics.

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