JOB TITLE

Assistant Professor (Teaching Track) in Information Systems and Technologies (IST)

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Business School

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Business School at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a full-time, teaching-track Assistant Professor position in Information Systems and Technologies (IST), starting August 15, 2025 (with the possibility of a January 2025 start).

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Information Systems or a closely related field, with research interests in areas such as information security, project management, and/or business analytics with applications in organizations. The successful applicant will be expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, specifically courses in Information Security Management, Innovating with Information Systems, Project Management, and potentially Data Management.

The position includes expectations for research leading to publications in high-quality, refereed journals, and WPI provides strong support for research and teaching. Service to the department, university, and professional community is also expected, including participation in committees and advising projects.

JOB DESCRIPTION

WPI’s Business School is building a strong national reputation in analytics and technology-focused business disciplines. We offer four undergraduate majors (including IST), six master’s degrees, and a PhD program (with a concentration in IT), and we actively contribute to WPI’s interdisciplinary programs in Data Science. Faculty members enjoy a collaborative, innovative environment with outstanding students and support for both teaching and research.

WPI is a highly selective, private, technological university, consistently ranked among the top 70 research institutions by US News & World Report. Located one hour west of Boston in Worcester, Massachusetts—a growing hub for scientific and technological innovation—WPI fosters a diverse and inclusive environment. The university promotes multidisciplinary collaboration among faculty, students, and partners, and supports meaningful, real-world projects and research that embody the WPI experience. We seek candidates who will contribute to our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Qualified applicants should submit (1) a letter of application, (2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of teaching interests, (4) A statement on how the candidate will contribute to WPI’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and (5) three letters of reference. Other supporting materials, such as teaching evaluations and published articles, are welcomed. Materials should be electronically uploaded into the system through [A link will be provided here].

Application screening and initial interviews will commence in November 2024 via Zoom and may continue at HICSS 2025, if needed, until the position is filled. For inquiries regarding the position or to arrange an interview at HICSS, please contact Prof. Nima Kordzadeh, nkordzadeh@wpi.edu.

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with​ diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.