Assistant Professor, Management Information Systems

Position Assistant Professor, Management Information Systems/ Business Analytics Department Management Information Systems School Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd University Reports to Department Chair; Dean Introduction The College of Business Administration (COBA) at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has experienced a remarkable growth since its inception in 2006; today it is a premier business school, offering five undergraduate majors and two graduate programs to prepare its students for long-lasting, successful, and fulfilling professional careers here and abroad. Along with its growth, COBA and its outstanding faculty have gained an excellent academic reputation not only in the region, but also internationally, as evidenced by the establishment of cooperative relationships with distinguished universities from around the world. As the business and labor environments in Saudi Arabia continue to transform and prosper, and as COBA earned AACSB accreditation, the College and its three departments seek to further grow the number of educators and researchers committed to generating a workforce and intellectual environment that meet the skills and knowledge demands identified in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 master plan. General Description The College of Business Administration at Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University (PMU) is seeking applications to fill a position in Management Information Systems/ Business Analytics at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates are expected to teach a wide variety of basic and advanced in their discipline. Full-time faculty members are also expected to attend faculty meetings and university events, serve on committees, and engage in academic scholarship and professional development activities. Duties and Responsibilities General - Carry out the duties of the position in accordance with College values and standards and in line with College policies and procedures, upholding high professional standards and leading by example. - Work with our students as members of a learning community to provide world-class education and an excellent student experience. - Integrate the College value of inclusiveness into all appropriate aspects of the job, respecting the dignity and diversity of all members of the College community and of visitors to the College. - Promote the values of collegiality within the College community. Teaching - Contribute at an appropriate level to school and faculty policy and practice in teaching. - Play a significant role in the design, development, and planning of courses and programs within the subject area as required. - Play a significant role in the review of courses and programs and in assessment, quality assurance, and quality enhancement as required. - Develop innovative approaches to learning and teaching as appropriate. - Provide timely feedback and assessment of coursework and examinations. - Provide general support and guidance to students, resolving issues and/or referring to specialist parties, where appropriate. Qualifications & Experience (Required) Applicants with research interests and experience in one or more of the following areas are especially encouraged to apply: - Business Analytics - Programming languages (Python & other analytics-oriented languages, C#, & Java) - Database Management & Design - Information Assurance - E-Commerce Design, and E-commerce security - System Analysis and Design Other Requirements are: - Minimum of 2-years teaching experience post-graduation in Analytics, Python, Power BI, Tableau, and Machine learning including advanced excel. - Experience in using management applications/ tools, simulation techniques and innovative teaching methods like flipped classroom. - Be able to deliver "microcredentials" in analytics. - Active researcher in Analytics. Candidates must have earned a doctorate degree in Management Information Systems or a closely related field from an accredited Western residential university. The ideal candidate also exhibits the following characteristics; - Excellent oral and written English communication skills. - A minimum of three years of demonstrated teaching excellence in programs in which English is used as the language of instruction. - An active research record as evidenced by publications in refereed journals and at conferences. - A strong willingness to become engaged in service to the university and the community, and to participate in department, college, and university initiatives, especially as they relate to accreditation. - Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity. - Experience with AACSB accreditation is highly beneficial. - Familiarity with technology-infused academic environments is required. - Previous experiences in the Middle East in general and in GCC countries in particular are an added bonus. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Required) - Maintain an appropriate scholarly or professional development activity a