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The Department of Decision, Operations, and Information Technologies at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, College Park invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Information Systems. Preference will be given to assistant professors with experience and associate professors working in research areas and initiatives that address the grand challenges of our times, and of importance to the Smith School. These include, but are not limited to, artificial intelligence, including algorithmic bias, the spread and mitigation of false and inaccurate information online, and sustainability.

The rank and tenure status are dependent on the candidate’s qualifications. Candidates must have a Ph.D., and a track record (commensurate with experience) of high-impact and creative research. Successful applicants will be expected to continue to conduct impactful and inspirational research, deliver high-quality teaching to undergraduate, MBA, MS, and PhD students and participate in service activities for the department, school and/or university.

The Robert H. Smith School of Business, one of 12 schools and colleges located on the University of Maryland, College Park campus, is a recognized leader in management research and education for the global economy. A comprehensive business school, Smith offers undergraduate, full-time and part-time MBA, M.S., Executive MBA, PhD, and non-degree executive education programs as well as outreach services to the corporate community. The school is consistently ranked among the top business schools by leading business publications such as Business Week, Financial Times, U.S. News & World Report, and The Wall Street Journal.

Education:
A Ph.D. and an established record of research excellence commensurate with experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Applicants are also expected to provide evidence of excellent teaching skills, including the ability to incorporate the latest insights from research and practice into existing and new courses.

Application Process and Deadlines:
 Please visit https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/112088 to submit your application through the UMD portal. When applying, please include a PDF version of your cover letter, curriculum vitae, and 3 recent publications. Please also include the contact information for at least three reference providers. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for best consideration. Consideration of candidates will begin October 16, 2023 and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.