Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Business Analytics (Two Positions)School/Division:Frank G. Zarb School of BusinessOffice:Department of IS/BANFull-Time or Part-Time:Full-TimeAbout HofstraHofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the world who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.Description:The Department of Information Systems and Business Analytics (IS/BAN) of the Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University invites applications for two anticipated tenure-track assistant professor positions starting in September 2022 – one focused on Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence and the second on Cybersecurity Management and Privacy.

The IS/BAN Department offers BBA/MBA/MS Programs in information systems, cybersecurity, business analytics, and business operation & healthcare analytics. The Cybersecurity Innovation and Research Center opened in 2019 as a joint project of the Frank G. Zarb School of Business and the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science. The Center is a 1,000-square-foot facility equipped with AI-powered gamification learning systems and cutting-edge security devices. It supports hands-on labs and research for students and faculty, and creates partnerships with companies for projects.

The Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence position requires an earned doctorate (or ABD) in Business Analytics, Statistics, MIS/IS/CS or a closely related field. A successful applicant is expected primarily to teach business analytics courses, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and analytical programming courses (Python and R).

The Cybersecurity Management and Policy position requires an earned doctorate (or ABD) in MIS/IS/CS or a closely related field with research focus in cybersecurity. A successful applicant is expected primarily to teach classes in computer networks, cybersecurity technologies and strategies, information privacy and regulation, and digital forensics.

The successful candidates should also show evidence or potential of performing high-impact scholarly activities in the aforementioned areas by publishing in the peer-reviewed journals and presenting at academic conferences.

The Frank G. Zarb School of Business is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities to apply.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:
•An earned doctorate (or ABD) in Business Analytics, Statistics, MIS/IS/CS, or a closely related field from an AACSB accredited institution
•Demonstrated the ability to publish in respected peer-reviewed journals
•Demonstrated evidence or potential to teach online courses with excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
•Experiences and/or certificates in analytics tools such as SAS, SPSS, SAP, Tableau, and CISCO are a plus.
•A strong desire to work in a collaborative environment, support our students through the mentoring process, and serve the Hofstra community.

Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in an educational environment.Application Instructions:Applications should include all of the followings: (a) cover letter; (b) curriculum vitae; (c) a copy of academic transcripts; (d) two samples of publications; (e) teaching evaluations, if any; and (f) contact information of three references. We request ONLY email submissions with the subject line: Tenure-track Faculty Position. Please send application materials to Dr. Hak J. Kim at is-ban@hofstra.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continues until the positions are filled.
Voluntary Self-IdentificationAll applicants are invited to complete the three (3) voluntary self-identification formsDeadline:Open until filledDate Posted: 06/29/2021Posting Number: 210040