Instructional-Track Faculty Position(s) in Business Analytics
The University of Iowa
The Department of Business Analytics within the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa invites applications for one or more non-tenure Instructional Track Faculty Positions in Business Analytics at the levels of Assistant Professor of Instruction or Practice, Associate Professor of Instruction or Practice, or Full Professor of Instruction or Practice starting August 2025. Rank will be based on experience and record of achievement. Position(s) may range from 50% time (teaching 4 classes/year) to 100% time (teaching 8 classes/year) and include a 1-7 year contract, determined by rank and experience, with benefits. For more information about the Instructional Faculty policy, refer to the Policy Manual 10.9.3
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and prorated based on percentage of appointment. Salaries for 100%-time faculty with undergraduate degrees and industry experience will start at $80,000, with master’s degrees at $100,000, and with PhD degrees at $110,000. Appropriate background checks (e.g. criminal background and credential checks) will be conducted.
The Department
Analytics is the transformation of data into insight for better decision making, and Business Analytics is the application of Analytics to Business. As the process for transforming data into insight is inherently multi-disciplinary, Business Analytics lies at the intersection of Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics (particularly Optimization), and Business.
The Department of Business Analytics (https://tippie.uiowa.edu/business-analytics) in the Tippie College of Business has been at the forefront of research in Analytics for decades and, as the recipient of the 2021 INFORMS UPS George D. Smith Prize (https://tippie.uiowa.edu/news/tippie-analytics-wins-major-international-analytics-award), was recently honored as a top department in the world for preparing students for careers in analytics.
The Department of Business Analytics offers a BBA in Business Analytics and Information Systems, an MS in Business Analytics (both part-time and full-time programs), as well as a PhD degree. Through its Tippie Analytics Cooperative, the Department is actively engaged with local, national, and Fortune 500 companies to continually enhance and improve student learning. The Department also hosts an annual international Analytics Case Competition and Women in Analytics and Leadership Conference.
A Supportive Environment
The University offers several benefits to support faculty in achieving a healthy work/life balance including domestic partner benefits, family caregiving leave, flexible spending accounts for dependent care and health care. For more information about local work/life resources, including dual-career support, please see: https://worklife.uiowa.edu/.
There is an expectation that the person in this position will maintain effective, civil, and respectful working relationships with the University of Iowa campus community and uphold a high standard of cultural competency and respect for difference that represents the Tippie College of Business’ commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The University of Iowa’s status as a premier research university depends on the robust exchange of ideas. As we enhance the breadth and depth of our perspectives, we are better able to fulfill our mission to explore, discover, create, and engage. Thus, we are committed to supporting every Hawkeye’s pursuit of excellence. Our ability to foster a welcoming and respectful environment for all who join the UI family will determine our collective success. At the UI, we achieve excellence through access, opportunity, and diversity. To learn more about the University of Iowa’s commitment to these areas visit https://diversity.uiowa.edu/.
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Education Requirement
PhD in a related field,
Or Master’s degree in a related field with 1 – 3 years industry experience,
Or Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5 – 10 years industry experience.
Required Qualifications
Experience in any area related to business analytics, either teaching and/or in industry, as noted in required education.
Desired Qualifications
- Evidence of successful teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level in any area of Business Analytics is desired.
- We particularly seek candidates who are prepared to teach courses in one or more of the following areas: Python programming, data mining, business process automation, digital project management, databases, information visualization, or supervising analytics projects with companies.
Inquiries
Direct general questions about the position to Mike Colbert (michael-colbert@uiowa.edu); Search Committee Chair, and questions about the application procedure to Nicole Bible and Juliann Lux (tippie-west-asst@uiowa.edu), Department Administrator(s).
Important Information
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.