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Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor (Lecturer) in Information Systems

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Proposed Faculty Rank

Proposed Faculty Rank Assistant Professor (Lecturer), Associate Professor (Lecturer), or Professor (Lecturer)

Department

Department 01286 - OIS Operations & Info Systems

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track

New Position to Begin

New Position to Begin 07/01/2026

Details

The Operations and Information Systems ( OIS ) Department at the David Eccles School of Business, University of Utah is seeking applicants for a full-time career-line (non-tenure track) faculty position in Information Systems at the rank of Assistant Professor (Lecturer), Associate Professor (Lecturer), or Professor (Lecturer), depending on qualifications.

Position Overview

Career-line faculty at the Eccles School are vital contributors to the teaching and service mission of the department. The primary responsibilities of this position include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, recruiting and advising students, supporting student learning and success, and engaging in departmental and school-level service. Faculty may also participate in research projects and practice-oriented student collaborations, depending on background and interest.

Required Qualifications

• A graduate degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• A PhD in Information Systems or a related discipline is preferred, but substantial professional experience may be considered as a substitute.

Desired Qualifications

• University-level teaching experience with strong teaching evaluations.
• Demonstrated skill in curriculum design, instructional innovation, and student engagement.
• Technical proficiency in areas such as:
  • Programming (e.g., Python)
  • Systems analysis and design
  • Database fundamentals and SQL
  • Web application development
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications
  • Business analytics and data visualization
• Professional experience in information systems and strong industry or academic networks.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring abilities.
• Someone who is committed to removing barriers for all individuals, including those traditionally encountered by individuals from underrepresented groups.
• A willingness to support student clubs, manage IT-related competitions, and promote departmental programs.
• Potential for future leadership contributions within the department or school.

Opportunities

Information Systems faculty at the David Eccles School are highly research-active and deeply engaged with industry partners. Career-line faculty enjoy opportunities to collaborate on applied research studies, mentor students on practice-oriented projects, and connect with Utah’s thriving technology ecosystem.

Application Materials

• A cover letter outlining teaching philosophy, qualifications, and relevant experience.
• Evidence of teaching by uploading a teaching statement. You can also upload your teaching evaluations but those are optional.
• Contact information for at least three references who can provide strong recommendations.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Open Date 10/17/2025

Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number PRN01426CF

Type Faculty

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Statement
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
• Teaching Evaluations
• Applicant Document - Other

Contact Information

University Human Resource Management

250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu