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Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor Computer Information Systems
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number 202400149F
Proposed Annual Salary Range $150,000 – $195,000, commensurate with rank and relevant experience
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Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description Of Work Unit
The Department of Computer Information Systems has twelve full-time faculty and is one of five departments in the College of Business. The Department, founded in 1964, was one of the first CIS Departments in the country. Together, the Department and College provide excellent support for research including summer research programs and a dedicated lab for behavioral research.
The CIS department has approximately 200 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students enrolled in its on-campus and online Master of Computer Information Systems ( MCIS ) program. The MCIS program, offered to online learners using state-of-the-art “lecture capture” delivery model, has consistently been ranked as one of the top 20 information systems programs in the nation.
The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB -accredited business school that embraces the values of: access, excellence, impact, and community. The College was recently selected as a winner of the Financial Times “Best Business School” award for responsible business education, and its Impact MBA program was ranked by Corporate Knights as the No. 7 “Better World MBA” worldwide. These recognitions are aligned with the College’s vision to build a nationally recognized College that provides access to an exceptional business education, excels in research that advances our understanding of the world, and leverages the power of business to make our world a better place.
Colorado State University is a Carnegie Research Extensive Institution with a land grant mission serving approximately 32,000 graduate and undergraduate (resident-instruction) students. CSU has been recognized as a premier research university, with world-class research in infectious disease, atmospheric science, clean energy technologies, and environmental science. CSU also offers among the very best professional programs
in computer information systems, veterinary medicine, occupational therapy, agriculture, and construction management. CSU’s STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) platinum rating reflect the university’s commitment to sustainability.
For information about CSU and the College of Business, please visit: https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/ and https://biz.colostate.edu/ .
Tenure/Tenure Track? Yes
% Research 50
% Teaching 40
% Service 10
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 08/18/2024
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
The Department of Computer Information Systems in the College of Business at Colorado State University invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track position. Rank is at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The Department has a strong record of research and teaching accomplishments and expects faculty to be active in the academic community.
The anticipated start date is August 2025.
Salary will be competitive based upon credentials and experience.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
Applicant must have (or expect to receive by the start of employment) a doctoral degree in Information Systems or a related field and demonstrated potential to publish in premier and high-quality scholarly journals.
Preferred Job Qualifications
For those applying as Assistant Professor, preference will be given to candidates with:
• Articles accepted/published in premier and high-quality information systems journals;
• Evidence of an active research pipeline;
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness; and
• Interest to teach courses in cybersecurity, analytics, machine learning, and AI.
For those applying as Associate Professor, preference will be given to candidates with:
• A record of publications in high-quality and premier information systems journals commensurate with academic experience;
• Evidence of an active research pipeline;
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness;
• Experience teaching courses in contemporary/emerging IS areas such as cybersecurity, analytics, machine learning, and AI; and
• A record of impactful contributions to the discipline and/or their university through leadership roles.
Special Instructions to Applicants
The Department of Computer Information Systems in the College of Business at Colorado State University invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track position. Rank is at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The Department has a strong record of research and teaching accomplishments and expects faculty to be active in the academic community. The anticipated start date is August 2025. Salary will be competitive based upon credentials and experience.
An Application Packet Will Consist Of
• A cover letter indicating interest in the position and rank along with a description of the applicant’s ability to meet the position’s required and preferred qualifications;
• A vita;
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness; and
• Contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
For full consideration, applications should be received no later than 11:59pm MST August 18, 2024, however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please direct inquiries to Adela Chen, Search Committee Chair at Adela.Chen@colostate.edu. Inquiries will be treated confidentially. Application materials of finalist candidates will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Computer Information Systems department.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Search Contact Adela.Chen@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Teaching and Advising
Duty/Responsibility
Prepare and deliver CIS courses to graduate and undergraduate students.
Percentage Of Time 40
Job Duty Category Conduct and Publish Research in the Field of Computer Information Systems
Duty/Responsibility
Design, analyze and publish theoretical or applied studies in high quality scholarly journals in Information Systems or a related field.
Percentage Of Time 50
Job Duty Category Service to Department, College, University and Discipline
Duty/Responsibility
Serve on committees at departmental, college, and university levels. Serve the discipline through activities such as committee membership on academic society committees and reviewing for journals and conferences.
Percentage Of Time 10
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested 3
Maximum Requested 3
