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Associate/Assistant Professor of Digital Transformation and Strategy

Employer
Indiana Wesleyan University
Location
Remote (within United States)
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Professional Fields, Business & Management
Position Type
Assistant Professor
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Job no: 494136
Work type: Faculty (Full Time)
Location: Remote (within United States)
Categories: Information Technology, Business/Accounting/Finance

Job Title: Associate/Assistant Professor of Digital Transformation and Strategy

Reporting Relationship: Chair of Business Division

Unit: National & Global

Department: DeVoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership (DSBTL)

Campus Location: Online/Remote

Summary of Position: Digital transformation is the overarching discipline that encompasses how businesses integrate digital technologies, including AI, into all aspects of their operation from a strategic position that applies best practices in continuous process improvement. This field covers the strategic implementation of AI across various business functions such as operations, supply chain management, logistics, project management and overall management.AI is increasingly becoming a critical component of business strategy. AI-driven data analytics are vital for making informed strategic decisions, forecasting, and gaining competitive advantages.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Teaching responsibility for current and future programs on overall business management, supply chain, operations, logistics, continuous process improvement, project management and digital strategy implementation
  • Scholarship and research development regarding best practices in the field of logistics, supply chain, continuous process improvement, digital transformation, project management and overall management. Additionally, committee service and other duties assigned by the Chair of the Business Division and DBTL Dean
  • Oversight of existing or future programs in logistics, supply chain, overall business management, continuous process improvement, project management and digital transformation

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

  • Terminal degree in business administration or similar discipline
  • MBA or MS in logistics, supply chain, general business management and PMP certifications

Experience

  • High level management experience (executive, director or managing director), supply chain, vast array of experience in management
  • Extensive responsibility over change management teams regarding digital transformation and project management, human resources, supply chain or multiple retail stores

Required Skills

  • Overarching technical competencies regarding business transformation (Salesforce, Microsoft BI etc.)
  • Expertise in change management specifically in the area of digital transformation
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to architect a comprehensive plan to assist organizations to adapt to constantly changing market conditions

Diversity Statement

IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised: 11 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Dec 2024 Eastern Standard Time

Organization

A vision that began over 100 years ago has taken full form as today's Indiana Wesleyan University – a Christian comprehensive university committed to liberal arts and professional education.

IWU is an energized community. Its spiritually rich learning environment, academic commitment and caring instruction develop in students the knowledge, skills and disposition to change the world for Jesus Christ.

The following profile information will help you know a little more about IWU:

  • The Indiana Wesleyan University Story is one of faithfulness, remarkable growth, innovation, and the joyful expectation of God's next chapter for the University.
  • IWU was initially accredited in 1966 by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and has maintained its Accreditation since then. Other agencies and associations also accredit individual IWU programs.
  • IWU is committed to several Distinctives, ranging from a Christ-centered educational experience to a commitment to comprehensive student support.
  • We are resolute in upholding our Mission and Values, including our mission to be a Christ-centered academic community committed to developing students in character, scholarship and leadership.
  • Our Academic Structure encourages innovation in education and honors academic achievements by students and faculty alike.
  • IWU is an institution of The Wesleyan Church, a worldwide body of evangelical Protestant believers with its roots in John Wesley's Methodism.

Indiana Wesleyan University is the largest member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities and one of the largest employers in Grant County, Indiana.

Nearly 3,000 students are enrolled in traditional programs on the University’s 350 acre residential campus in Marion, Indiana. Most buildings on the Marion campus have been built in the past 25 years, so students live and learn in a visually striking environment with well-appointed residence halls and academic facilities, all on a campus that is only an hour away from both Fort Wayne and Indianapolis.

IWU-Marion offers more than 80 undergraduate degrees and an expanding list of graduate degree programs to residential students representing more than 80 Christian denominations and 10 foreign countries.

More than 8,000 adult learners attend classes through IWU-National & Global online or at education centers in Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. IWU-National & Global offers over 100 degree programs at the associate's, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.

Wesley Seminary, founded in 2009, is headquartered on the Marion, Indiana, campus of IWU. Wesley Seminary offers a practical online path for working ministers to obtain a graduate- or doctoral-level degree while applying weekly knowledge to their local ministry contexts.

Company info
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Telephone
765-677-2117
Location
4201 S Washington Street
Marion
Indiana
46953
US

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