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Assistant Professor of Operations Management & Business Analytics
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Position Number: 5608764
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Position Type: Business - Hotel & Restaurant Management

Assistant Professor of Operations Management & Business Analytics - 34588 Faculty

Description
Assistant Professor of
Operations Management & Business Analytics

College of Business

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.

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Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking an Assistant Professor of Operations Management & Business Analytics to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

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Salary Range: $110,000 - $127,000 per academic year. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. In addition, the College of Business provides travel and professional development funding. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: The work location for this position is typically, on-site and may be partially remote, based on the semester-to-semester need of the department, as determined with the supervisor.

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary

The College of Business invites applicants to apply for the position of Assistant Professor of Operations Management & Business Analytics. This is a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position on the Business Analysis Team. Tenure-track faculty members are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service activities. The College of Business is AACSB accredited, and all faculty are required to contribute to the maintenance of AACSB accreditation. The AACSB International accredited College of Business enrolls approximately 2,000 students annually. The College of Business offers comprehensive undergraduate degrees, select master's degrees, and professional programs that emphasize principle-based ethical decision making.

Teaching
Faculty in the College of Business should be devoted to teaching excellence. This faculty position will cover graduate and/or undergraduate courses in the areas of Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Analytics, and AI. In addition, new courses may be developed depending on curriculum requirements. Classes in other areas may be assigned as needed, and efforts will be made to find opportunities for the faculty member to teach in his/her/their areas of expertise. Classes will be in-person, online, or hybrid.
Research
The faculty member should be committed to high-quality scholarly research and will be expected to maintain a strong and regular publication record. Cross-disciplinary research is respected and encouraged.
Service
The faculty member will be expected to engage in service activities to support the College, University, community, and/or professional associations.

Successful employees should demonstrate the following:

Ability to publish in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals.
Achievement in scholarship such as journal articles, presentations at academic conferences, and/or
books/book chapters.
Evidence of effective teaching and commitment to student learning.
Relevant teaching experience at the university level.
Willingness to engage with the business community.
Relevant industry experience.

The person in this position should also be committed to further enhancing our collegial environment, which includes service to the college, university, community, and profession. Candidates are invited to view the college website at: https://business.uccs.edu/.

Tentative Search Timeline:

Priority will be given to applications submitted by 5:00 PM Mountain Time on September 23, 2024 (Monday). However, this posting will remain open until filled.
The potential dates for phone interviews with the search committee will be October 16-17, 2024.
The potential dates for in-person interviews with the supervisor and appointing authority will be November 11, 12, and 14, 2024.
The potential employee start date is August 2025.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics or a closely related field; conferred by date of appointment. Degree must be from an AACSB, AMBA or EQUIS accredited institution.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
Employee is occasionally required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, moderate energy requirements, and fine motor skills
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at hrhelp@uccs.edu.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Priority will be given to applications submitted by 5:00 PM Mountain Time on September 23, 2024 (Monday). However, this posting will remain open until filled. Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 34588). Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Statements of research philosophy, teaching, and diversity as well teaching evidence of teaching effectiveness are required as part of the application. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The successful candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States upon hire. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, Unofficial transcript(s), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. (1) A COVER LETTER that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. (2) A current CV. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. Include any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. (3) A list of five professional REFERENCES. (4) UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS. (5) STATEMENT OF RESEARCH PHILOSOPHY. (6) STATEMENT OF TEACHING PHILOSOPHY. (7) STATEMENT OF DIVERSITY that addresses how you would contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus and in the classroom. (8) EVIDENCE OF TEACHING EFFECTIVENESS such as student evaluations and a list of courses taught. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

Job Category: Faculty

Primary Location: Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40025 - BUS-Administrative Ops

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Aug 28, 2024

Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Sameer Prasad, Search Chair Posting Contact Email: sprasad@uccs.edu Position Number: 00450708