Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Management Information Systems (MIS)

The Department of Business Administration and Economics at Augsburg University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Management Information Systems, beginning August 2027. The appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level. For full consideration, applications should be received by November 1, 2026. Candidates who have demonstrated success in teaching and serving students from diverse communities are especially urged to apply. The successful candidate will have opportunities to teach courses in MIS, including MIS Management, MIS Operations, Enterprise Data Management, project management and statistics. Experience with Python, SQL, R, Data Visualization and SAP is preferred. The standard course load is six courses per year. Faculty members are expected to provide engaging undergraduate instruction, maintain regular office hours, advise and mentor students, supervise undergraduate research and capstone projects, participate in curriculum development and assessment, and contribute to departmental and university service. The Department values faculty who integrate real-world applications, undergraduate research, experiential learning, and community engagement into the study of their discipline. Successful candidates should demonstrate a commitment to creating engaging learning experiences that prepare students for graduate study, professional careers, and civic leadership. Faculty are expected to maintain an active program of scholarship appropriate to their rank. Augsburg values scholarship that informs teaching, contributes to the discipline, and creates opportunities for undergraduate students to participate in research, collaborative inquiry, and experiential learning. Faculty members participate in departmental governance, curriculum development, assessment activities, university committees, and professional service while contributing to Augsburg's collaborative academic community. Minimum Qualifications A Ph.D. (or international equivalent) or terminal degree in Information Systems or a related field is required for this position. Doctoral candidates will be considered if the doctorate will be completed by August, 2027. Preferred Qualifications Preferred qualifications include, but are not limited to, demonstrated teaching excellence (through materials such as evaluations or teaching portfolios), experience mentoring students, and potential for collaboration and productive scholarship/creative pursuits. Candidates should demonstrate effectiveness in teaching and professional activities / scholarship which engages undergraduates and stimulates their vocational potential. Post-doctoral/industrial experience, and/or previous college-level teaching experience is preferred. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities in working in an academic community committed to mentoring undergraduates and intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate intercultural competence. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range is $110,00-$122,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including: • Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage. Medical plans include Kavira direct care, which provides free or low-cost virtual and in-home primary care appointments and labs • A generous 403(b) retirement program with an employer contribution of up to 8% upon eligibility • Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US • Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees • Paid parental leave Application Instructions and Requirements Initial review of applications will begin November 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply for this position, please upload the following documents: • Curriculum Vitae • Cover letter • Teaching portfolio, including a teaching statement/philosophy and teaching evaluations (if available) • Research statement (1-2 pages) • Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Official transcripts are required at time of hire. As part of the online application process, candidates are asked to provide the name, email address, and nature of professional relationship for three professional references. One of the references must be able to address your teaching or teaching potential. If your application advances in this search, you will be notified prior to Augsburg contacting your references. If you have questions regarding the position, please contact: Dr. George Dierberger at dierberg@augsburg.edu. Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu. Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.