"Assistant Professor - Information Technology (PM)"

Posting Details

Position Details

Position Type Tenure Track

Working Title Assistant Professor - Information Technology (PM)

Classification Title Assistant Professor

College/Division College of Engr, Tech & Mgmt (ETM)

Department Management

Hiring Unit 

Work Location Wilsonville

Appointment FTE (%) 1.0

Position Terms/Mo 9-month

Full/Part time Full Time

Annual Salary 70,000 - 75,000

Position Summary

Department Summary 

We partner with students to deliver industry-aligned programs enabling them to lead in tomorrow’s world. Through practical application and hands-on training, our tech-infused curriculum builds the skills vital for society and the global workplace.

For more information regarding the Business Management Department, please visit: https://www.oit.edu/academics/engineering-technology-management/management

Position Summary 

Oregon Institute of Technology, the premier public polytechnic university in the Pacific Northwest, and the Business & Technology Department (Management) invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Information Technology / Health Informatics. Oregon Tech is consistently ranked one of the top public regional colleges in the western United States by US News & World Report. Oregon Tech offers innovative and rigorous degree programs.

Oregon Tech is a growing university with multiple locations including a rural campus in Klamath Falls, an urban campus in Portland-Metro, and a strong online presence, each offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Oregon Tech prides itself on delivering a high-quality, hands-on educational experience in a collaborative learning environment distinguished by low student-to-faculty ratios.

The Information Technology / Health Informatics Faculty position will have teaching responsibilities in multiple areas of the Information Technology program. The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience working with software development projects, systems design, and analytics projects in a Health Care setting. This position will be in Portland, Oregon with some online courses required in load.

As part of their professional development, faculty will be expected to: pursue funded research to support student research and activities; build curriculum and labs in support of Oregon Tech’s information technology programming; establish industry relationships in support of student projects and internship experiences; and engage in scholarly activities aligned with their professional goals.

Oregon Tech’s Management Department is committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Minimum Requirements 

Additional Requirements 

Education:

Ph.D. or terminal degree in a related discipline. Candidates with a Master’s degree and a minimum of three years of post-graduation industry or teaching experience will also be considered. Degree focus in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

Skills:

Candidate shall demonstrate knowledge in database administration, including SQL Server; big data methodologies utilizing infrastructures such as Hadoop or MongoDB; analytics platforms such as Tableau, SPSS, R, or PowerBI; and programming languages such as C#.NET, Python, and SQL. Candidate should have experience with Windows OS and Analysis Methodologies such as SCRUM or AGILE.

Preferred Qualifications 

Experience:

Evidence of prior teaching in higher education and/or relevant industry experience applying and designing technology solutions incorporating SDLC methodologies. Such experience should include implementing database solutions and data analytics technologies.

Research:

History of a current applicable research program through applied or empirical research.

Application Information

Recruitment Type External

Application Screening Begins 08/20/2024

Job Posting Close Date 

Special Instructions to Applicant 

The initial review of applications will begin on August 20th, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.

To apply, upload the following elements to your application:

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Transcripts (Unofficial)

Curriculum Vitae

Statement of Research Interests

Optional Documents

Teaching Philosophy

Professional References List

License/Certification

Other Document

For additional information, please contact the Office of Human Resources: oithr@oit.edu

Background/Pre-Employment Check 

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.

AA/EEO Statement 

Oregon Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law.

Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Human Resource at 541-885-1028 or oithr@oit.edu.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Transcripts (Unofficial)

Curriculum Vitae

Statement of Research Interests

Optional Documents

Teaching Philosophy

Professional References List

License/Certification

Other Document