Assistant Professor - Decision Sciences - 997924

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Primary Purpose:

Guided by the mission of NSU and the Huizenga College, faculty will maintain academic qualifications in the teaching discipline consistent with SACS, AACSB, and IACBE. During a period consisting of a minimum of nine (9) months, faculty will teach a full course load (18 credit hours) or as approved and assigned by the Dean; and be fully engaged and accessible to students, colleagues, and administration.

Job Category: Exempt

Hiring Range: 

Pay Basis:  Annually

Subject to Grant Funding? No  

Essential Job Functions: 

1. Teach appropriate related courses per validated academic credentials and area of expertise at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. Includes the selection and preparation of class materials which are relevant and informative, using computer technology as appropriate.

2. Achieves qualified (SA) Scholarly Academic, (PA) Practice Academic, (SP) Scholarly Practitioner, (IP) Instructional Practitioner status per AACSB Guidelines. If currently qualified, this status must be maintained.

3. Maintain academic proficiency in the teaching discipline by demonstrating scholarly interests and giving evidence of an active scholarly life. Standards in this area can be found in the NSU Faculty Handbook and the Huizenga College Faculty Handbook. Reasonable progress must be demonstrated at all times and is subject to review by the Dean or his designee.

4. As requested, supervise other instructional activities whereby the faculty member's knowledge and expertise is of benefit to the faculty members of the course being supervised and the students being taught in the supervised course.

5. As requested and necessary in the teaching discipline, write new courses and curricula; develop and/or enhance curricular innovations to include instructional technologies; and supervise doctoral dissertations, master's thesis, directed independent studies, projects, etc.

6. Provide service to the Huizenga College and University by preparing accreditation documents and/or serving on accreditation teams; reviewing colleagues' journal articles; providing leadership in professional and academic associations; assisting in the recruitment of new faculty; assisting in the recruitment and retention of quality students; serving on Huizenga College and University committees and task forces; engaging in interactions with, and providing guidance to, student organizations; and participating in Internship programs.

7. Create a positive and conducive learning environment for students.

8. Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to students. This may include the posting of and adherence to office hours.

9. Submit annually a portfolio of accomplishments to the Dean for the purpose of demonstrating faculty development and continuous improvement.

10. Adaptability to teach courses at the discretion of the Dean.

11. Travel locally, nationally, or internationally for the purpose of teaching and other academic activities. This may include travelling to University Student Education Centers, Huizenga College cluster sites, etc.

Job Requirements: 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Ability to effectively present information to students, public groups, and professional organizations in the English language.

2. Ability to teach in all modalities used by the Huizenga College, either on ground or online, as assigned by the Dean.

3. Ability to work collegially and cooperatively with other faculty, administration, students, and others.

4. Display behavior consistent with professional ethics and the NSU Employee Handbook.

5. Ability to review, understand, and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.

6. Demonstrated research, writing, and publication history and or capability.

Required Certifications/Licensures: 

Required Education: Doctoral Degree

Major (if required: 

Required Experience: 1. Teaching experience and academic qualifications commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor.

2. Membership in professional societies, organizations, and associations.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Is this a safety sensitive position? No  

Background Screening Required?  No  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.