Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems

Description

Millikin University invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems, effective August 2025.

Millikin University seeks an individual who is passionate about teaching undergraduate students the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills related to management information systems and computer science in a hands-on learning environment. Areas of teaching include Introduction to Business Analytics, Foundations of Information Systems, Programming Fundamentals (Java), Introduction to Computer Science (Python), and Introduction to Data Science (Python).

Candidates are expected to embrace a teaching philosophy grounded in experiential learning consistent with an institution that extensively engages both its faculty and students in cooperative ventures with local businesses and organizations. Student advising and mentoring is an important part of teaching. Standard teaching load for full-time tenure-track faculty is four courses per semester. Candidates will work closely with corporate partners to advance opportunities for our students.

Millikin University is a vibrant, comprehensive institution with approximately 1,700 students. The University has professional graduate and continuing education programs. Millikin takes pride in preparing students for professional success, democratic citizenship in a global environment, and a personal life of meaning and value.

Qualifications

Qualifications are Ph.D./DSc in Management Information Systems or related discipline with a strong academic and applied background in application development and mathematics. ABDs will be considered. Individuals with additional technical certifications are a plus. Candidates must be fiercely dedicated to teaching, maintain active scholarship and engagement in their field, and contribute service to the university.

Application Instructions

Qualified applicants should submit four items with their application materials to www.millikin.edu/employment.

1. Cover letter

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. Teaching philosophy that includes how you teach to a diverse group of learners

4. Contact information of three professional references

Review of applications will begin January 15. Employment and first day of work are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Millikin University is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups in this field are encouraged to apply. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Millikin University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.  Millikin offers a competitive salary and full benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As an equal employment opportunity employer, Millikin University does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national/ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, military/veteran status or membership in any group protected by state or federal law.  Furthermore, Millikin University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees, when needed, unless doing so would result in undue hardship.