Assistant Professor of Information Systems Management

Posting Summary

Working Title
Assistant Professor of Information Systems Management

Type of Position
Faculty

Department
Dept of Marketing & Management Studies

Appointment Length
Aug - May (9 mo)

Tenure Status
2 - Tenure Track

Academic Rank
3 - Assistant Professor

Is this considered a 'term' position?
No

Benefits Eligible?
Yes

Published Salary
Competitive Salary

F.T.E.
1.00

Grant Funded Position?
No

Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

Fairmont State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Information Systems Management (ISM) in the College of Business & Aviation. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, active scholarly engagement, and meaningful service to the University, profession, and community. The position supports the College’s mission to deliver high-quality, applied, and student-centered business education consistent with ACBSP accreditation standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

TEACHING:

• Teach undergraduate courses in Information Systems Management and related fields, such as data analytics, systems analysis and design, database management, cybersecurity, project management, IT strategy, and emerging technologies.
• Deliver high-quality, student-centered instruction across multiple modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats, consistent with Fairmont State University and College of Business & Aviation expectations.
• Develop, update, and assess course materials to ensure alignment with program learning outcomes, university standards, and ACBSP accreditation requirements.
• Advise and mentor students on academic pathways, professional development, internships, and career opportunities in information systems and related fields.
• Participate in curriculum development and continuous improvement efforts, including the systematic collection and analysis of assessment data for closing-the-loop activities.

SCHOLARSHIP:

• Maintain a sustained program of scholarly activity consistent with tenure-track expectations and ACBSP standards, including peer-reviewed research, applied projects, professional presentations, or instructional innovation.
• Pursue opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, externally funded projects, or partnerships that advance the mission of the College of Business & Aviation.
• Engage students, when appropriate, in research, applied learning, or technology-driven projects that support experiential education.
• Remain current in the ISM field, emerging technologies, and evolving industry practices to support effective teaching and meaningful scholarly contributions.

SERVICE:

• Actively contribute to departmental, college, and university governance through committee work, program initiatives, faculty meetings, and strategic planning.
• Support ongoing accreditation processes, including preparation of documentation, assessment of student learning, and continuous improvement activities in accordance with ACBSP requirements.
• Engage in professional service within the discipline, such as participation in academic or industry associations, conference involvement, manuscript reviewing, or community outreach.
• Participate in student recruitment, retention, and engagement initiatives that advance the mission of the College of Business & Aviation and Fairmont State University.
• Foster industry and community partnerships to enrich the program, support internships, and enhance applied learning opportunities.

Minimum Required Education

• Earned Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Technology Management, or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited (or equivalently accredited) institution
• ABD candidates in Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Technology Management, or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited (or equivalently accredited) institution with degree completion scheduled within the first year of appointment
• Master’s degree in a related field combined with significant industry experience and/or licensure/certifications

Required Licenses and/or Certifications

There are no required licenses or certifications for this position; however, the following list provides examples of those that would strengthen the candidate’s application:

Enterprise Systems & IT Management
SAP Certified Application Associate / Professional
Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) – Database, Cloud, or ERP tracks
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect / Data Engineer / Administrator

Project & Service Management
Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) – PMI
ITIL® 4 Foundation / Managing Professional – IT Service Management
PRINCE2® Foundation / Practitioner

Minimum Required Qualifications

Academic Preparation
Formal graduate-level preparation in information systems management or related field...

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number
2026020FP

Number of Vacancies
1

Anticipated Hire Date
Fall 2026

Job Open Date
01/13/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Statement of Philosophy