"Dept Chair/Head AC Information Systems and Analytics"

Job Details

Dept Chair/Head AC Information Systems and Analytics
Job ID: 295137
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

With more than 29,500 students and 150 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information

Within this setting, the Department of Information Systems and Analytics in the Parker College of Business offers a BBA in Information Systems and Analytics. The program is AACSB-accredited and recognized for its strong return on investment, with graduates earning high average starting salaries. Its flexible curriculum allows students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals, with opportunities to focus on business analytics, enterprise systems and project management, or enterprise security. Faculty members also contribute to the MBA and WebMBA programs offered by Parker College. The Department Chair is expected to lead the faculty to support the Department's mission and areas of focus through teaching, research, and service.

Job Summary

Reporting to the dean of the Parker College, the department chair requires the ability to effectively manage and evaluate faculty, mentor and recruit students, and teach undergraduate and graduate classes. The position is a fiscal year (12 month), tenure-track appointment.

Required Qualifications

• Earned PhD in Management Science, Information Systems, Decision Sciences, Information Systems, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Management Science, Information Systems, Decision Sciences, or Information Systems from a AACSB accredited institution by July 1, 2026
• Demonstrated record of effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels in Information Systems, Business Analytics, Decision Sciences or related discipline.
• Evidence of ongoing scholarly or professional engagement consistent with AACSB faculty qualification standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build consensus and foster a collegial culture.
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.
• To be considered for the position of Associate Professor and Chair, the candidate must currently be at the rank of Associate Professor.
• To be considered for the rank of Professor and Chair, the candidate must currently be at the rank of Professor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in academic leadership roles such as program coordinator, department chair, associate chair, committee chair, or similar responsibilities.
• Experience with curriculum development, assurance of learning, accreditation processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae*;* and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills