[Infovis] Faculty position in Business Analytics

[Dr. L. Miguel Encarnacao]

*THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA*

*Tippie College of Business*

Faculty Position in Business Analytics





*The Position*

The Department of Business Analytics in the Tippie College of Business at
the University of Iowa invites applications for a tenure-track faculty
position with a fall 2020 starting date.   We are particularly interested
in innovative scholars at the entering or advanced Assistant or beginning
Associate level.  The successful candidate will contribute to vibrant and
expanding programs at the graduate and undergraduate levels.  We are
excited to consider a broad range of fields within analytics.  We welcome
applicants with a PhD degree in Applied Math, Business Analytics, Computer
Science, Industrial Engineering, Informatics /Information Sciences,
Logistics, Management Science, Operations Management/Supply Chain,
Statistics or a related field.



For more details about the position, the department, the University, Iowa
City, and how to apply, please see
https://www.biz.uiowa.edu/search/departments/business-analytics/.



*The Department*

Analytics is the transformation of data into insight for better decision
making. Business Analytics is the application of analytics to business. The
process required for the transformation of data into insight is
multi-disciplinary.  As such, business analytics falls at the intersection
of computer science, statistics, mathematics (particularly optimization),
and business. The Department of Business Analytics in the Tippie College of
Business has been at the forefront of research in analytics since the
beginning.  We have particular strengths in predictive analytics in the
areas of health care, social issue, text, and social media.  Faculty
members have developed key methodologies in social network analysis and
continuous optimization.  Our department is also internationally known for
work in supply chain design and transportation, including humanitarian
logistics.  For more information about our faculty, consult our website at
https://tippie.uiowa.edu/business-analytics.



The Department of Business Analytics offers a BBA in Business Analytics and
Information Systems, a part-time and full-time MS in Business Analytics,
and a PhD program.  The Department of Business Analytics is actively
engaged with companies and continuing to improve the learning experience
for our students.  Our work with national and international companies is
coordinated through the Tippie Analytics Cooperative.  Our department hosts
an annual Analytics Case Competition and Women in Analytics and Leadership
Conference (WALC).



*The University of Iowa*

The University of Iowa understands the link between diversity, equity, and
inclusion (DEI) and excellence in education.  As demonstrated by our new
DEI Action Plan, we embrace our responsibility to create a welcoming and
inclusive campus culture so that all community members are able to unlock
their own potential.  Faculty members in the College of Business contribute
to this mission by designing curricula, research programs, and engagement
opportunities that advance understanding of DEI and emphasize the value of
global citizenship.



As part of the application, candidates are invited to describe their past,
current and planned future efforts to advance diversity and inclusion in
alignment with the University of Iowa’s mission and values in the areas of
teaching, research mentoring and broader impacts, or other professional
service.  To learn more about the University of Iowa’s commitment to
diversity, equity, and inclusion, visit https://diversity.uiowa.edu/.



We are committed to recruiting and retaining the most talented and diverse
faculty and staff, which involves providing opportunities for
employees to “Build
a Career *and* Build a Life <https://worklife.uiowa.edu/>” in the Iowa City
area. The University offers several benefits to support faculty in
achieving a healthy work/life balance including domestic partner benefits,
family caregiving leave, flexible spending accounts for dependent care and
health care, and an automatic tenure clock extension when a new minor child
enters the home. For more information about local work/life resources,
including dual-career support, please see:  https://worklife.uiowa.edu/.   The
University of Iowa is a founding member of the Central Midwest Higher
Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) and is committed to recruiting and
retaining the most talented and diverse faculty and staff and assisting
dual-career couples. To see other jobs available in higher education and
with key local employers in our area, please visit the HERC website at
www.centralmidwestherc.org.



*Iowa City*

A diverse community, an affordable place to live, and a vibrant cultural
life make Iowa City an attractive home for scholars, scientists, artists,
writers, and professionals of all kinds. Iowa City takes pride in openness,
inclusion, and safety.



Iowa City is one of just 28 UNESCO Cities of Literature
<http://www.iowacityofliterature.org/> in the world, affirming its
reputation as an international destination for creative thinkers. With
outstanding and affordable health care, excellent libraries and schools
<https://www.iowacityschools.org/>, historic neighborhoods
<https://www.icgov.org/city-government/departments-and-divisions/neighborhood-and-development-services/neighborhood-6>,
and a downtown <https://downtowniowacity.com/> filled with a lively mix of
restaurants, shops, theater, music, and festivals
<https://summerofthearts.org/>, Iowa City is a casual, vibrant college town.



*Requirements*

An earned doctorate or strong evidence that the doctoral degree will be
completed before August 19, 2020 in Applied Math, Business Analytics,
Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Informatics /Information
Sciences, Logistics, Management Science, Operations Management/Supply
Chain, Statistics or a related field.

Demonstrated ability to do high quality research.



*Desired Qualifications*

Demonstrated success working with diverse groups of students is highly
desirable.

Demonstrated success in teaching is desirable.



*Application Instructions*

Please submit your materials by using the University of Iowa online job
application system at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/jobSearch/faculty/.  Click on
the listings for Tippie College of Business and select requisition 73737.

Applicants should submit:

1.      Cover letter (including the upcoming conferences you plan to attend)

2.      Curriculum vita

3.      Teaching statement

4.      Research statement

5.      Diversity statement

6.      One to three samples of research papers

7.      Three letters of recommendation (The applicant will provide the
e-mail address of external reference writers at the application website).

For best consideration, applications should be submitted by October 10,
2019.  Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will
continue to be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.



*Inquiries and Policies*

Please direct questions about the position to the Chair of the Recruiting
Committee Ann Campbell (ann-campbell at uiowa.edu). Questions about the
application process may be directed to Kendra Belski or Nicole Schrock (
tippie-west-asst at uiowa.edu).



Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the
application or interview process may contact University Human
Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or
fsds at uiowa.edu.



Rank will be based on experience and record of achievement. Position is
100% time with benefits. For more information about the
Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty policy, refer to the Operations Manual, III
10.1.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Appropriate
background checks (e.g. criminal background and credential checks) will be
conducted.



There is an expectation that the person in this position will maintain
effective, civil, and respectful working relationships with the University
of Iowa campus community and uphold a high standard of cultural competency
and respect for difference that represents the Tippie College of Business’
commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.



The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race,
creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, disability,
genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S.
military, sexual orientation, gender identity, associational preferences,
or any other classification that deprives the person of consideration as an
individual.



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