What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Management in Management Information Systems position at Purdue University?
Job Summary
The Daniels School of Business (DSB) at Purdue University invites applications for the assistant professor position beginning in Fall 2026. The primary responsibilities will be to conduct impactful high-quality research at the intersection of Business and Technology, teach at the undergraduate and graduate level, participate in course/curriculum development, and provide service to DSB, the University, and the Information Systems academic community. Qualified candidates must:
- Complete a Ph. D. in Information Systems (IS), Economics, Computer Science, or a related discipline by the starting date
- Demonstrate potential for conducting impactful research and publishing in premier outlets
- Demonstrate evidence of teaching excellence
We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and deepen our existing strengths and expand into new and exciting areas. Candidates with a research focus in the economics of information systems covering topics such as digital transformations, digital economy, and artificial intelligence (AI) are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional areas of research interest include trustworthy AI, emerging technologies and business models, and technology governance and regulations.
How to apply:
Applicants should submit the following:
- cover letter
- CV
- research statement
- teaching statement and teaching evaluations (if available)
- two writing samples three names for recommendation letter writers submitted here: https://apps.it.purdue.edu/KARS/Apply/YU2J3Euuku
Questions and correspondences should be addressed to Mohammad Rahman, Chair of MIS Faculty Recruiting Committee. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2025 and the position will remain open until filled. The Faculty Recruiting Committee can be reached at mis-recruiting@purdue.edu .
A background check will be required for employment in the position.
About the Organization
As Indiana’s land grant institution established in 1869, Purdue is one of the nation’s leading public research universities. Located in West Lafayette, IN, Purdue offers faculty a great work and non-work environment. Recently recognized as one of the safest cities in Indiana, West Lafayette is centrally located to a number of major business centers including Chicago (2 hours), Indianapolis (1 hour), Cincinnati (3 hours), Louisville (3 hours), Columbus (3.5 hours), and St. Louis (4 hours). Purdue’s Research Park is home to over 300 business start-ups, many of which originated from faculty innovations. DSB offers undergraduate programs, executive, online, and weekend MBA programs, numerous specialized Master’s programs, and doctoral programs.
For a complete list of benefits, please visit our website at: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/ .