Visiting Faculty of Information Systems

General Summary of Position:

The Operations & Information Systems (OIS) Department at the Robert J. Manning School of Business, University of Massachusetts Lowell, invites applications for a one-year Visiting Faculty position for the 2026-27 academic year, starting from Fall 2026 semester. Position is renewable for up to four years.

This visiting position is primarily in the field of information systems, with a preferred ability to teach courses in data analytics and AI, in-person and on-line. This is a one-year contracted position that would be a good fit for a newly graduated Ph.D., an Assistant Professor without a full-time position, a strong ABD candidate, or a practitioner with significant and relevant professional experience. The primary responsibilities will be to provide high-quality teaching, mentor students, and develop/support strategic business partnerships with organizations in the region for student-related activities, such as internships, co-ops and capstone projects.

The OIS Department houses a group of highly research-active faculty in two main areas – Information Systems and Operations Management. The department currently delivers programs in Undergraduate, Masters, and Ph.D. programs in both areas, including two undergraduate major concentrations, two minors, two graduate certificates, two MBA options, one MS program, and two Ph.D. concentrations. In addition to traditional face-to-face course offerings, UMass Lowell has a large and growing set of online courses on Canvas and programs. The standard teaching load for this job is 4 courses per semester.

Nestled just 30 miles northwest of Boston, UMass Lowell is an R-1 institution, with its expansive campus catering to over 18,000 students. The Wall Street Journal ranked UMass Lowell as the No. 1 public university in Massachusetts, its No. 1 best value public institution in the state, and the No. 1 university in the state for fostering social mobility. The rankings also include UMass Lowell among the top 20 overall institutions in Massachusetts and highlight the university's commitment to providing career-related experiences to all students. The OIS Department has a full-time faculty of thirteen members and offers programs at the undergraduate, Master’s, and Ph.D. levels. Faculty and Ph.D. students in the department maintain a high-level research record and collaborations worldwide.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• MBA or a master’s degree in closely related disciplines from an AACSB accredited institution (preferred)
• 3-5 years of work experience in field of IS/IT
• The ability to work effectively with diverse groups
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written

Additional Considerations:

• Ph.D. degree (or ABD, all-but-dissertation) in Information Systems or related areas from an AACSB accredited institution
• Ability to teach courses in MIS with focus on AI and data analytics
• Professional experience relevant to AI, data analytics or related areas
• Ability to foster industry partnerships to establish experiential learning opportunities for students through capstone projects, internships and research grants.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This is a full-time, benefited non-unit position. Anticipated salary range of $65,000-$100,000 based on visiting rank and qualifications.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applicants is received.

Please include the following required documents with your application:

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter detailing teaching interests, teaching experience, and professional background
• Names and contact information (email addresses) for three references will be required at the time of application. (Please do not send recommendation letters.)

Optional Documents:

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available (e.g., student course evaluations, department chair reviews, teaching awards)
• Evidence of article publications in newspapers, magazines or journals
• Evidence of strategic partnerships with industry