What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Business Analytics and Information Systems position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Assistant Professor of Business Analytics and Information Systems
Posting Number
F01926P
Department
NSU-Management Information Systems
Physical Location of Position (City)
Aberdeen
Posting Text
Northern State University’s School of Business is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Business Analytics. The successful candidate will support the School’s newly established Analytics major and contribute to the School’s existing Information Systems major.
*Qualifications:
Candidates holding a Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Business Analytics, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Decision Sciences, Data Science, Computer Science, or a closely related field will be considered for a tenure-track appointment. Candidates from related quantitative business or technology fields may also be considered if their teaching and research background demonstrates expertise in analytics, information systems, business intelligence, data management, or applied technology. Applicants with a master’s degree in one of these areas will be considered for non-tenure-track positions.
Candidates holding a Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Business Analytics, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Decision Sciences, Data Science, Computer Science, or a closely related field will be considered for a tenure-track appointment. Candidates from related quantitative business or technology fields may also be considered if their teaching and research background demonstrates expertise in analytics, information systems, business intelligence, data management, or applied technology. Applicants with a master’s degree in one of these areas will be considered for non-tenure-track positions.
*Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be able to teach undergraduate information systems and analytics-related courses in both face-to-face and online settings. Potential teaching areas include management information systems, database management systems, business intelligence, systems analysis and design, data mining, and artificial intelligence in business. These courses support both the School’s newly established Analytics major and the existing Information Systems major. Depending on expertise, interest, and program needs, the successful candidate may have opportunities to develop additional analytics-related coursework, such as data visualization or other courses that support the continued growth of Northern’s School of Business. Additional responsibilities include academic advising and mentoring, scholarly activity, and service to the university, profession, and community.
The successful candidate will be able to teach undergraduate information systems and analytics-related courses in both face-to-face and online settings. Potential teaching areas include management information systems, database management systems, business intelligence, systems analysis and design, data mining, and artificial intelligence in business. These courses support both the School’s newly established Analytics major and the existing Information Systems major. Depending on expertise, interest, and program needs, the successful candidate may have opportunities to develop additional analytics-related coursework, such as data visualization or other courses that support the continued growth of Northern’s School of Business. Additional responsibilities include academic advising and mentoring, scholarly activity, and service to the university, profession, and community.
Posting Date
07/15/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
09/08/2026
Advertised Salary
Depends on Experience
Duration of the Term
9 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Proposed Rank
Assistant Professor
Work Hours
8-5
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
40
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Why Northern?
Northern State University offers a supportive academic community where faculty are encouraged to innovate, collaborate, and make meaningful connections with students. Located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Northern provides small class sizes, engaged students, and opportunities to contribute to a growing business program with strong ties to regional employers.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.