Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems

About the role

The Department of Management Information Systems (MIS) in the Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University (SDSU) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Information Systems, with an appointment beginning August 2027 contingent on state funding. The department seeks candidates with teaching interest in Information Systems and research interest in Applied AI for Decision Support, Digital Innovation, or Supply Chain Management. MIS is a multidisciplinary department with faculty in information systems, data science, AI, cybersecurity, and supply chain management, engaged in high‑impact, grant‑funded research supported by NSF, US Navy, US Air Force, US Department of Homeland Security, and US Department of Education. The James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence, affiliated with MIS, drives an active grant‑funded research program. The department offers the BSBA‑Information Systems emphasis, MSIS, MSCM, MSSCI, and MBA specializations in Information Systems. The Fowler College of Business has been AACSB‑accredited since 1959, and SDSU is a large urban Hispanic‑Serving Institution classified as an R1 research institution.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Information Systems.

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate a record of original research/scholarly/creative accomplishments and the capacity to (a) develop a vigorous and independent research/scholarship/creative program, (b) teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and (c) engage in campus and professional service activities. They must also show past accomplishments and/or future plans in at least two of the “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria. By the date of hire (August 2027), candidates must hold a terminal doctoral degree in Information Systems or a closely related discipline, with all degree requirements satisfied.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include demonstrated expertise in Information Systems and its methodologies, a strong record of publications, presentations, and/or funding, potential for securing extramural funding, outstanding teaching experience (including experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds), and the ability to direct advanced undergraduate and/or graduate student research.

Benefits

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For benefits information, click here.

Pay

The minimum salary is based on the current CSU salary schedule and may be revised according to collective bargaining. The anticipated salary range is $148,000 to $158,000. Salary placement will reflect the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience, and salaries above the published maximum may be offered in limited circumstances.