Assistant Professor of Practice
- Employer
- Northern Arizona University
- Location
- Flagstaff, AZ
- Closing date
- Nov 29, 2023
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*Assistant Professor of Practice*
*Location:* Dept of Mgmt, Mktg, & ISM
*Regular/Temporary:* Regular
*Job ID:* 607530
*Full/Part Time:* Full-Time
Workplace Culture
NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
[](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://nau.edu/president/strategic-plan/)
About NAU
Northern Arizona University serves almost 30,000 students. We are a vibrant community, with 21,000 students in Flagstaff-the home of our largest campus-and the remainder online or at our 20+ statewide locations. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees.
Committed to an inclusive university environment, NAU has all the benefits of a large institution with a personal touch. We carefully balance teaching, scholarship, and service for faculty members. Supporting our core value of student-centrism, NAU's faculty members promote learning and help students reach academic milestones.
Flagstaff is an outdoorsy mountain town with four seasons and a thriving cultural scene. Located at 7,000 feet, Flagstaff houses 70,000 people and sits at the base of the sacred San Francisco Peaks.
For more about inclusive excellence at NAU, visit the [Center for Inclusive Excellence and Access](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/center-for-university-access-and-inclusion/).
About the Department/College
The Department of Information Systems, Management and Marketing (IMM) in the W. A. Franke College of Business (FCB) at Northern Arizona University (NAU) in Flagstaff, Arizona invites applications for one career-track (non tenure-track) position to teach in business analytics to begin August 2024.
FCB is committed to an inclusive university environment, NAU has all the benefits of a large institution with a personal touch. We carefully balance teaching, scholarship, and service for faculty members. Supporting our core value of student centrism, NAU's faculty members promote learning and help students reach academic milestones. The College of Business faculty members exemplify this commitment through their unwavering dedication to guiding students towards not only academic success but also a strong foundation for their future careers.
About the Position
The Department of Information Systems, Management and Marketing (IMM) in the W. A. Franke College of Business (FCB) at Northern Arizona University (NAU) in Flagstaff, Arizona invites applications for one career-track (non tenure-track) position to teach in business analytics to begin August 2024.
The Department of Information Systems, Management and Marketing is looking for one career-track faculty member to support its growth in the Business Analytics programs. The department has four undergraduate majors, including Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Information Systems or Management or Marketing and a Master of Science in Business Analytics graduate program.
Depending on the initial qualification of the candidates, they could be appointed as Assistant Professor of Practice.
Responsibilities Include:
* Teaching courses related to business analytics each of the fall and spring semesters.
* Participating in departmental and college service activities.
* Provide career advisement to students.
* Engage in a program of intellectual activities or professional qualification requirements in accordance with FCB and AACSB guidelines.
* Teach classes in different modalities, including in-person and online.
***This is a 9 month non-tenure track position***
***This position is an *on-site position* which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.***
Minimum Qualifications
* Master's degree from an AACSB accredited institution with a concentration in business analytics, information systems, or a related field. The degree must be earned by the starting date of this position.
* Five years of professional experience in business analytics, or information systems related field.
* One semester of teaching experience in business analytics or information systems related courses at the college level. Teaching experience during a degree program is acceptable.
* Ability to meet AACSB academic or professional qualification requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in teaching one or more of the following:
* A business analytics capstone experience class. In this class, students are encouraged to work in teams with industry partners on a comprehensive business analytics project. This capstone course will require students to identify a business problem and solve it using analytical skills. Other important skills include communication, teamwork, presentation and writing. The instructor of the class is expected to facilitate the whole process to ensure the project is well executed.
* Python programming.
* A specialized business analytics course such as big data, health informatics, applied artificial intelligence and sport analytics.
* Evidence of or potential for excellence in working with multicultural constituencies.
* Three or more years of full-time teaching experience at the college level and/or five or more years professional experience in business analytics or information systems positions.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
* Experience in teaching business analytics or information systems related courses at the college level or graduate level.
* Advisement on student career development.
Compensation & Benefits
Commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.
This is a Faculty (FAC) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP); sick leave accruals and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members. More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU [HR benefits page](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://nau.edu/Human-Resources/Benefits/). Faculty are hired on a contract basis, renewable according to terms of the [Conditions of Faculty Service](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=http://nau.edu/Provost/Resources-Policies/). Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). Employees will have 31 days from date of hire to enroll in benefits, and their benefits will then be effective the first day of the pay period following their completed enrollment. If a new employee chooses the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) retirement option, participation in the ASRS Plan (and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it) will begin on the first of the pay period following 183 days of employment. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP; an alternative to the ASRS plan) will begin to participate on the first day of the pay period following election. The long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following election. More information about NAU benefits is available at the NAU [HR benefits page](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://nau.edu/Human-Resources/Benefits/).
Pre-Employment Check
Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an [Annual Security Report](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/). The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the [Fire Safety Report](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/) is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.
FLSA Status
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.
Submit Your Application
Vacancy will remain open until filled. Applications received before November 27, 2023 will receive full consideration.
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button at the end of the job description (if viewing this position through the NAU HR website). Otherwise, to view the original post and to apply, proceed to [nau.jobs](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=http://nau.jobs), follow the 'Current Openings' link, locate vacancy *607530*, and then "Apply" at the bottom of the page.
Application must include (saved as PDF and/or Word documents):
* a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position;
* a curriculum vitae; and
* names and contact information for three references.
*Please do not include any other documents.*
If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the [HR website](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/employment-application-instructions/) or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, [DR@nau.edu](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=http://DR@nau.edu), or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
[Know Your Rights Poster](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Posters-Required-by-Law/)
NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.
*To apply, visit [https://hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu/psp/ph92prta/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=607530&PostingSeq=1](https://apptrkr.com/4748858)*
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*Location:* Dept of Mgmt, Mktg, & ISM
*Regular/Temporary:* Regular
*Job ID:* 607530
*Full/Part Time:* Full-Time
Workplace Culture
NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
[](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://nau.edu/president/strategic-plan/)
About NAU
Northern Arizona University serves almost 30,000 students. We are a vibrant community, with 21,000 students in Flagstaff-the home of our largest campus-and the remainder online or at our 20+ statewide locations. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees.
Committed to an inclusive university environment, NAU has all the benefits of a large institution with a personal touch. We carefully balance teaching, scholarship, and service for faculty members. Supporting our core value of student-centrism, NAU's faculty members promote learning and help students reach academic milestones.
Flagstaff is an outdoorsy mountain town with four seasons and a thriving cultural scene. Located at 7,000 feet, Flagstaff houses 70,000 people and sits at the base of the sacred San Francisco Peaks.
For more about inclusive excellence at NAU, visit the [Center for Inclusive Excellence and Access](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/center-for-university-access-and-inclusion/).
About the Department/College
The Department of Information Systems, Management and Marketing (IMM) in the W. A. Franke College of Business (FCB) at Northern Arizona University (NAU) in Flagstaff, Arizona invites applications for one career-track (non tenure-track) position to teach in business analytics to begin August 2024.
FCB is committed to an inclusive university environment, NAU has all the benefits of a large institution with a personal touch. We carefully balance teaching, scholarship, and service for faculty members. Supporting our core value of student centrism, NAU's faculty members promote learning and help students reach academic milestones. The College of Business faculty members exemplify this commitment through their unwavering dedication to guiding students towards not only academic success but also a strong foundation for their future careers.
About the Position
The Department of Information Systems, Management and Marketing (IMM) in the W. A. Franke College of Business (FCB) at Northern Arizona University (NAU) in Flagstaff, Arizona invites applications for one career-track (non tenure-track) position to teach in business analytics to begin August 2024.
The Department of Information Systems, Management and Marketing is looking for one career-track faculty member to support its growth in the Business Analytics programs. The department has four undergraduate majors, including Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Information Systems or Management or Marketing and a Master of Science in Business Analytics graduate program.
Depending on the initial qualification of the candidates, they could be appointed as Assistant Professor of Practice.
Responsibilities Include:
* Teaching courses related to business analytics each of the fall and spring semesters.
* Participating in departmental and college service activities.
* Provide career advisement to students.
* Engage in a program of intellectual activities or professional qualification requirements in accordance with FCB and AACSB guidelines.
* Teach classes in different modalities, including in-person and online.
***This is a 9 month non-tenure track position***
***This position is an *on-site position* which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.***
Minimum Qualifications
* Master's degree from an AACSB accredited institution with a concentration in business analytics, information systems, or a related field. The degree must be earned by the starting date of this position.
* Five years of professional experience in business analytics, or information systems related field.
* One semester of teaching experience in business analytics or information systems related courses at the college level. Teaching experience during a degree program is acceptable.
* Ability to meet AACSB academic or professional qualification requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in teaching one or more of the following:
* A business analytics capstone experience class. In this class, students are encouraged to work in teams with industry partners on a comprehensive business analytics project. This capstone course will require students to identify a business problem and solve it using analytical skills. Other important skills include communication, teamwork, presentation and writing. The instructor of the class is expected to facilitate the whole process to ensure the project is well executed.
* Python programming.
* A specialized business analytics course such as big data, health informatics, applied artificial intelligence and sport analytics.
* Evidence of or potential for excellence in working with multicultural constituencies.
* Three or more years of full-time teaching experience at the college level and/or five or more years professional experience in business analytics or information systems positions.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
* Experience in teaching business analytics or information systems related courses at the college level or graduate level.
* Advisement on student career development.
Compensation & Benefits
Commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.
This is a Faculty (FAC) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP); sick leave accruals and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members. More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU [HR benefits page](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://nau.edu/Human-Resources/Benefits/). Faculty are hired on a contract basis, renewable according to terms of the [Conditions of Faculty Service](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=http://nau.edu/Provost/Resources-Policies/). Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). Employees will have 31 days from date of hire to enroll in benefits, and their benefits will then be effective the first day of the pay period following their completed enrollment. If a new employee chooses the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) retirement option, participation in the ASRS Plan (and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it) will begin on the first of the pay period following 183 days of employment. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP; an alternative to the ASRS plan) will begin to participate on the first day of the pay period following election. The long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following election. More information about NAU benefits is available at the NAU [HR benefits page](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://nau.edu/Human-Resources/Benefits/).
Pre-Employment Check
Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an [Annual Security Report](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/). The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the [Fire Safety Report](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/) is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.
FLSA Status
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.
Submit Your Application
Vacancy will remain open until filled. Applications received before November 27, 2023 will receive full consideration.
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button at the end of the job description (if viewing this position through the NAU HR website). Otherwise, to view the original post and to apply, proceed to [nau.jobs](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=http://nau.jobs), follow the 'Current Openings' link, locate vacancy *607530*, and then "Apply" at the bottom of the page.
Application must include (saved as PDF and/or Word documents):
* a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position;
* a curriculum vitae; and
* names and contact information for three references.
*Please do not include any other documents.*
If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the [HR website](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/employment-application-instructions/) or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, [DR@nau.edu](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=http://DR@nau.edu), or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
[Know Your Rights Poster](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4748858&targetURL=https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Posters-Required-by-Law/)
NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.
*To apply, visit [https://hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu/psp/ph92prta/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=607530&PostingSeq=1](https://apptrkr.com/4748858)*
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