Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, FA040 or FA030, 100%, Faculty, Renewable, 9-month appointment, one vacancy.

DUTIES:

The School of Business and Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Superior invites applications for the faculty position of tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Business Analytics. The school is seeking individuals who will provide excellent undergraduate instruction, incorporate current techniques in teaching and research, and work collaboratively to strengthen the school’s business programs.

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A PhD or DBA degree in the area of Business Analytics, Management Science, Business Statistics, or a closely related field. A graduate degree from a program accredited by AACSB. 
• For the rank of Assistant Professor, an ABD in the mentioned areas will be considered, with an earned doctorate required before the appointment date.
• For the rank of Associate Professor, applicants must additionally have the appropriate years of academic experience consistent with university policy and an established record of excellence in teaching and research.
• Experience teaching business analytics or business courses at the college level.
• Evidence of quality scholarship leading to regular publications and engagement in scholarly activities in relevant professional societies and public outreach.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with faculty/staff and students from various cultures and backgrounds.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in curriculum development and course development.
• Experience or interest in teaching in a blended/online environment.
• Proficiency in analytic software/tools in database management, data mining, data visualization, programming, simulation, e.g. Excel, R, SQL, MS Power BI, Tableau, Python, etc.
• Experience utilizing technology in instruction. 
• Experience or interest in engaging business community.
• A proven track record of scholarly accomplishments or a well-developed research agenda
• Strong written, organizational, and communication skills 
• Commitment to balance excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards and demonstrated effective teamwork skills.

STARTING DATE:

January 2025 or August 2025

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

For additional information about UW-Superior, visit www.uwsuper.edu.

For additional information about this position, contact Kathy Pettingill at kpetting@uwsuper.edu.

Salary range for this position is: $90,000 – $110,000 annually.  Specific benefit information can be found here. A snap-shot of benefits offered for this position include:

Paid Time Off Per Year:

*Hours are pro-rated based on appointment percentage for less than 100%-time employees.

• 96 hours of Sick Leave
• Legal holidays that fall within the academic year

State Group Health Insurance Plans:

• Health Plan, High Deductible, or Access Plans available
• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts

Access to Additional Insurance:

• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Income Continuation

Retirement Plans Through Wisconsin Retirement System:

• 6.90% contribution with employer match
• Vested at 5 years (must meet eligibility requirements)

Other Benefits

• Employee Assistant Program (EAP) – provides free and confidential resources to address personal and work-related concerns for employee and their immediate family members.
• On-site wellness resources and opportunities through the Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being, Marcovich Wellness Center, and Department of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Review of all complete applications will commence at 4:30pm on September 23, 2024 and applications are accepted and reviewed continuously until the position is filled. Once an applicant applies, profile information remains in UW-Superior’s Talent Management System for future submissions.

If you are not currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System, you may apply online through this portal. If you are a current employee of the University of Wisconsin System, you may apply through our HRS System. Please include the following information in your application:

1. Letter of application addressing the qualifications and duties of the position
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Names and contact information for only three (3) professional references (Contact information for fewer than or more than three references will lead to an incomplete application.).
4. Unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned
5. Two (2) recent teaching evaluations or two (2) pieces of other evidence of quality teaching
6. A one-page (preferred format: single-spaced, font size 11) statement about your teaching philosophy
7. Two (2) samples of recent scholarly publications or two (2) samples of work in progress

Internal applicants: select the internal applicant link. Registration for account not required.

External applicants: select the external applicant link and register for an account:

How to Register for a UW-Careers Account:

1. To register for a UW-Careers account, click on the Click Here to Register link to create your user name and password.
2. Search for the #24-89: Assistant or Associate Professor of Business Analytics – School of Business and Economics position and click on the Apply Now button to submit a resume.
   • At this time, you will be asked to complete your profile. Please select Save to continue the application process.
3. To submit your letter of application, unofficial transcripts, etc., you must add the document as an attachment by clicking on the Add Attachment link below the Cover Letters and Attachments box.
4. Clicking on the Next link, please complete the required Online Questionnaire.
5. After the Online Questionnaire has been completed, click Next again to provide contact information for three professional references, if required, in the References section by selecting the Add Reference link.
6. Once reference information has been listed, click on Next to complete the How did you find out about the position? section of the application process.
7. Once you have completed all sections, click on the Save button and then Submit button to submit your materials.

At any time you may select the Save button to save your progress. When you have submitted your application, ability to change materials submitted will not be available.

UW-Superior: A Special Place:

The University of Wisconsin-Superior is Wisconsin’s public liberal arts college. Established in 1893 with a mission to train teachers, it later became a part of the University of Wisconsin-System, and in 1998 was designated as Wisconsin’s Public Liberal Arts College by the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. The University serves 2,500 traditional and non-traditional students and is dedicated to the integration of liberal and professional studies and to serving a diverse student population.

UW-Superior maintains its foundational teacher education college values through its emphasis on excellence in teaching, as well as service to the community and region. Its core mission is student-centered. The institution fosters intellectual growth and career preparation within a liberal arts tradition that emphasizes individual attention, embodies respect for diverse cultures and multiple voices, and engages the community and region. The richness of its programs creates a personalized educational environment that integrates theory and practice, liberal and professional education, teaching, scholarship, and creativity. The University has a significant investment in and commitment to campus-wide Liberal Arts High Impact Practices (HIPs) that includes a First Year Experience, Academic Service Learning, Global Awareness, Writing Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research Scholarly and Creative Activity, and a Senior Year Experience.

At UW-Superior, we promote the values of academic excellence, integrity, and community within a collegial environment. At the core of our values is the appreciation for, and examination of, diversity, inclusivity, and equity. UW-Superior offers day, evening, weekend, and distance learning classes at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

The University reserves the right to check additional references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Employment will also require a sexual harassment reference check. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the UW System and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

For UW-Superior campus safety information and crime statistics/Annual Security Report, see https://stage.uwsuper.edu/student-life/safety-and-security or contact the University Police Department at (715) 394-8114 for a printed copy.

UW-Superior is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability employer dedicated to enhancing equity, diversity and inclusivity.

UW-Superior is committed to making excellence inclusive in every aspect of the institution. We strive to offer quality programs in an environment of trust and cooperation that centers on the worth of all individuals. The University is seeking candidates who will contribute to the achievement of this goal.