Posting DetailsPosting Summary
Job Title Assistant Professor, Information Systems
Division Divison of Academic Affairs
Department Department of Information Science and Systems
Work Status Full Time
Position Category Faculty
Faculty Rank Assistant Professor
FLSAPay RangeSalary Range Assistant Professor: $75,000 to $120,00 based on discipline
Fund Source State Support
Job Summary The Earl G Graves School of Business and Management at Morgan State University seeks to fill a tenure-track position in the Department of Information Science and Systems at Assistant level with specialization in Data Analytics applied in the business domain, beginning in August 2026. The faculty will serve as a member of the newly formed Center for Data Analytics and Sports Gaming Research (CDASGR) with 50% responsibilities to the Center and 50% to the Department. Along with other faculty responsibilities, the faculty is expected to teach 2 courses per semester during the initial two years and based on productivity, continue with that teaching load. The Center aims to study and support research into emerging technological, socio-behavioral, and attitudes towards eSports, sports wagering, problem gambling and business development trends to inform esports and gaming public policy and regulation. A startup package will be provided to the faculty.
Job Duties This faculty position will serve the mission of Morgan State University and the Earl G Graves School of Business and Management through the activities of teaching, intellectual contributions and service. The person holding this position will be responsible for developing and teaching online and face-to-face undergraduate and graduate level courses in data analytics, information systems and/or project management. The candidate will conduct research and write and obtain grants in Data Analytics/Data Science/Sports Gaming/Information Systems leading to publishing in refereed journals and presenting the research in local and national conferences and serve as a member of professional organizations. The faculty will share their expertise in local seminars and conferences to meet the mission of the Center. The candidate will participate in Department, School and University committees. Teaching assignments will include courses in our Masters program in Data Analytics and Visualization, doctoral and undergraduate courses in Data Visualization, Data Analytics, and depending on background and qualifications, may include courses in computer literacy, management information systems, computer networks, cybersecurity, systems analysis and design, project management, supply chain management, and enterprise information systems (SAP). As a member of the CDASGR Center faculty, engagement in multidisciplinary work with faculty with very diverse backgrounds is anticipated.
Morgan State University is Maryland's preeminent public urban research university, known for its excellence in teaching, intensive research, effective public service and community engagement. MSU has a R2 Carnegie Research designation, with a strategic aspiration to achieve a R1 Carnegie research designation by 2030. The AACSB accredited Earl G Graves School of Business and Management offers Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degrees. The school offers undergraduate programs, masters programs and doctoral programs with specialization in Information Systems, Accounting, Marketing, Finance, Business Administration. The Department of Information Science and Systems offers BS in Supply Chain Management, BS in Information Systems, MS in Project Management, a Post-Baccalaureate certificate in Project Management and offers courses that lead to an MBA degree as well as a PhD degree with an Information Systems concentration. Upcoming programs include MS in Data Analytics and Visualization, BS in Cybersecurity Intelligence Management, and PhD in Supply Chain and Logistics Management.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics The candidate must be very conversant with Data Analytics and Visualization tools and processes.
Required Minimum Qualifications The successful candidate will have an earned doctorate (by August 2026) in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Management Science, Decision Sciences, Operations Research, or related disciplines with research experience in supporting data analytics at the enterprise and systems level. The candidate should have a demonstrated record of quality research and the potential for excellence in teaching. Prior work experiences that use related skills are desirable, though not necessary.
Other Preferences for ConsiderationPosting Detail Information
Posting Number FA00235
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Open Date 07/22/2025
Best Consideration Date 10/16/2025
Job Close DateSpecial Instructions to Applicant Interested applicants must upload the following documents to their applications, prior to submission:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Portfolio of examples of research accomplishments
- Unofficial Graduate transcript (initially, unofficial transcripts will be acceptable)
- Letter of Interest /Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- List contact information for three references in the Reference Page of your application
