"Associate Professor or Full Professor of Data Science and Analytics and Associate School Director"

About Us

For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.

Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025. For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The School of Data Science and Analytics (SDSA) is recognized for its interdisciplinary education and research, offering a full spectrum of programs from undergraduate to PhD levels. With faculty leading pioneering research that drives innovation in data science, analytics, and applied statistics, SDSA addresses critical business and societal challenges through robust internal and external partnerships. Our unique combination of academic excellence and applied real-world experience equips students with both the technical and interpersonal skills necessary to thrive in today's data-driven world, making SDSA a hub for impactful education and cooperative problem-solving.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track, Associate Professor or Full Professor of Data Science and Analytics and Associate School Director in the School of Data Science and Analytics with a preferred start date of January 2026. Rank is determined at the time of hiring and will be commensurate with credentials. This is a nine-month contracted position. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of graduate and undergraduate courses in data science, analytics, and/or applied statistics, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement in teaching through scholarly approaches and leading curricular development in these areas.
• Maintain an active and productive individual research agenda, including establishing and sustaining a defined research program, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and seeking and securing external grant funding.
• Lead the School's research development efforts, including mentoring junior faculty in research and growing the School's research profile.
• Foster research collaborations with internal units and external institutions.
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities with federal, state, local and industry stakeholders, and promote funding-seeking activities within the School.
• Mentor undergraduate and/or graduate students in research.
• Provide service to the School, College, University, and professional community.
• Substitute for the School Director as needed.
• Perform additional administrative duties as assigned by the School Director.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Data Science, Data Engineering, Analytics, Statistics, Biostatics, or a related discipline, is required at the time of hire.
• A well-established research record including a history of substantial external funding.
• A proven record in teaching and student supervision.
• Have been promoted to a minimum of an Associate Professor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior success in obtaining extramural funding as the leading investigator.

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter (limit 2 pages)
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
5. Statement of teaching philosophy including how you will advance student success at KSU (limit 2-3 pages)
6. Statement of research philosophy and how you will advance the School's research profile (limit 2-3 pages)

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by September 30, 2025.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Paola Spoletini, pspoleti@kennesaw.edu, 470-578-3811.